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In a commanding showing, the English national team wrapped up a further win against their opponents, featuring a number of squad members producing memorable displays on the pitch.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Had little to do required during the opening 45 until forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. A sliding challenge on Qazim Laci highlighted sharp reading of the game. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested against Albania’s main danger in their forward. Operated in a central role to begin with but moved out wide once Saka was introduced. 7

The defender Moved forward on the ball, something he's known for in the past. On occasion was too casual when carrying play and the tactic was shelved at half-time. 6/10

The tall defender A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, typically, but may be another option for Stones at the back instead of alongside him. A careless pass later in the match came close to an opener from the visitors. 6

The young full-back One more assured showing by the 20-year-old after his debut against Serbia. Saka was unable to take the most of a clever touch behind their defense. His position is firmly his already. 7

Adam Wharton A debut start in an England shirt. Somewhat careless when playing out however his dangerous deliveries were a threat. A handy game manager available to the coach to have versus sides that sit back. Shown a yellow for a rash foul. 6

Declan Rice Set-pieces from corners and free kicks created chances. Had license to roam on the left yet found himself offside upon receiving with a chance to score. Granted a deserved break on the hour mark. 6

The star midfielder Operated in a forward spot on the right and put in the hard yards. Showed moments of class but dragged an effort over. Withdrawn late on for a teammate, his competition, after being booked. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s best chance before halftime, his effort excellently kept out from Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah hanging back, he was forced to provide width on the right yet his deliveries into the box were hit and miss. Taken off with 15 to go. 6

The captain The decisive figure with his 77th and 78th strikes in an England shirt. The opener a classic opportunist's goal while the second a superb headed goal following a clever run off his defender. Now 32, he continues to improve and the side have every chance in future competitions with him up top. 8

The attacker Struggled to influence play from the left. Had a presentable chance following a pass by the midfielder yet Strakosha kept it out. Rashford produced a bigger an impact when substituted. 5/10

Replacements

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and combined effectively with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities but his corner led to the opener, 6
• Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Lively when brought on assisting Kane’s second via an excellent ball to the far post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable already, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing the star 84) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, 6/10