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During a commanding performance, England secured one more victory against Albania, featuring multiple players turning in notable performances during the match.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Not a save required before the break before forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. A sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker demonstrated sharp game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged by the opposition's biggest threat in Hoxha. Operated through the middle early on but moved wider after a teammate entered the fray. 7/10

John Stones Moved forward with the ball at his feet, something he's known for before. Sometimes seemed hesitant in possession with the tactic abandoned at half-time. Six

The tall defender A nuisance at set pieces, as always, but may be an alternative for Stones in the backline rather than paired with him. A careless ball after the break came close to a goal from the visitors. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly Another assured showing from the 20-year-old following his debut against Serbia. Saka failed to make the most of a clever touch behind the opposing backline. His position looks secure so soon. Seven

Adam Wharton His first start in an England shirt. Slightly sloppy on the ball however his inswinging set-pieces were a threat. A useful pace-controller for the manager to call upon versus teams who drop deep. Cautioned after a reckless challenge. Six

The midfielder Crosses on corner kicks and free-kicks were dangerous. Had room to move on the left yet found himself in an offside position upon receiving in front of goal. Granted a merited break after an hour. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Played in a high role on the right and did plenty of defensive duties. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance and mishit an effort over. Substituted in the closing stages for a teammate, his competition, after being booked. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's top opening before halftime, his shot well saved by the Albanian keeper. With Quansah holding position, it fell to him to offer an outlet on the right yet his deliveries from wide areas were inconsistent. Substituted with 15 to go. 6/10

Harry Kane The difference-maker with his two more finishes for his country. His first a trademark poacher’s finish and the second an excellent header following a clever run from his marker. Aged 32, his form is unwavering with the national team have every chance next summer when he's in the team. 8

The attacker Had difficulty to make an impact from the left. Had a decent opportunity after being played in by the midfielder but the keeper denied him. Rashford made much more of influence when substituted. 5/10

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Looked lively and combined seamlessly with the striker in a preferred position, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Spurned chances but his corner created the first goal, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker 75) Lively after coming on assisting the second goal via an excellent ball to the far post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Looks established so soon, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, Six