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During a impressive display, England clinched a further win versus their opponents, with multiple players turning in memorable displays on the pitch.

Starting Eleven

Dean Henderson Had little to do required before the break until tested from an opponent's bent shot. His sliding challenge against Qazim Laci highlighted excellent game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged by Albania’s main danger in Hoxha. Played in a central role to begin with then shifted wider after a teammate was introduced. 7

John Stones Advanced forward on the ball, as he has done previously. Sometimes seemed hesitant on the ball and the approach was shelved by the interval. 6/10

The tall defender A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, as always, but may be an alternative for his teammate at the back as opposed to paired with him. A careless distribution in the second half nearly resulted in an opener for Albania. 6

The young full-back One more composed performance from the youngster following his first cap against another side. A teammate did not capitalize on full advantage of a clever backheel over the Albania defence. The role is firmly his at this stage. 7/10

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning in an England shirt. Somewhat loose when playing out however his whipped deliveries caused problems. A handy pace-controller available to the boss to utilize versus sides that sit back. Booked after a reckless tackle. 6/10

The midfielder Deliveries on corner kicks and set-plays created chances. Enjoyed room to move on the left yet found himself offside upon receiving in shooting positions. Granted a well-earned break on the hour mark. 6

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a forward position down the right while also did plenty of defensive duties. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance but dragged an effort wide. Substituted towards the end for a teammate, his competition, after being booked. 7

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s clearest opportunity of the first half, his shot excellently kept out by the opposing goalkeeper. With Quansah holding position, he was forced to offer an outlet out wide but his crosses into the box were hit and miss. Substituted late in the match. 6

Harry Kane The decisive figure scoring 77th and 78th finishes at international level. The opener a classic poacher’s finish while the second a superb headed goal following a clever run away from the opposition. At 32, he’s only getting better and England are strong contenders in future competitions with him leading the line. Eight

The attacker Found it tough to make an impact on the left flank. Was presented with a good opening when set up from a teammate however Strakosha made the save. Rashford produced a bigger an impact after coming on. 5/10

Replacements

• Phil Foden (for a teammate 63) Appeared sharp and combined well with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze 63) Spurned chances yet his delivery provided the breakthrough, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Active upon introduction and provided Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Seems settled already, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, 6