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During a impressive showing, the English national team wrapped up a further win versus their opponents, with multiple squad members delivering standout displays on the pitch.

Starting Lineup

Dean Henderson Not a save to perform before the break until forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding intervention against Qazim Laci demonstrated his anticipation. 6/10

The debutant Challenged against Albania’s main danger through their forward. Operated in a central role to begin with then shifted out wide once Saka entered the fray. 7

The defender Advanced forward with the ball at his feet, something he's known for before. Sometimes lacked urgency in possession and the experiment abandoned at half-time. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, typically, could serve as another option for his teammate in the backline as opposed to paired with him. A careless pass after the break nearly resulted in an opener for Albania. 6

The young full-back A further confident display by the youngster after his debut versus another side. Saka did not capitalize on the opportunity from an exquisite flick over the Albania defence. The role is firmly his so soon. 7/10

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning for his country. Somewhat loose when playing out though his dangerous set-pieces caused problems. An effective tempo-setter available to the boss to call upon versus sides that sit back. Shown a yellow for a poorly timed challenge. 6

The midfielder Deliveries from corners and set-plays caused problems. Enjoyed license to drift on the left yet found himself in an offside position upon receiving in shooting positions. Granted a merited substitution on the hour mark. Six

The star midfielder Played in an advanced spot on the right and also did plenty of defensive duties. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and scuffed an attempt over. Replaced late on for a teammate, a fellow player, following a yellow card. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's top opening of the first half, his effort smartly stopped from the opposing goalkeeper. With Quansah holding position, he was forced to offer an outlet on the right although his balls from wide areas were hit and miss. Taken off for the final quarter-hour. 6

Harry Kane The match-winner scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes for his country. His first a classic poacher’s finish and the second a superb header after peeling away away from the opposition. Now 32, he’s only getting better and the side have every chance in future competitions with him up top. 8

The attacker Found it tough to get into the game from the left. Had a presentable chance after being played in by Bellingham however Strakosha made the save. His replacement produced a bigger effect in his place. Five

Bench Players

• Foden (for a teammate 63) Looked lively connecting seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities but his corner created the first goal, 6/10
• Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Active after coming on and set up Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Seems settled so soon, Six
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to affect things, Six