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In a dominant performance, England secured another triumph against Albania, with multiple squad members turning in memorable performances during the match.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to make in the first half before tested by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding tackle on Qazim Laci demonstrated sharp anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged by Albania’s main danger through their forward. Operated more centrally to begin with later drifted wider once a teammate entered the fray. 7

The defender Pushed forward when in possession, something he's known for previously. On occasion lacked urgency when carrying play and the approach discontinued by the interval. Six

Dan Burn A nuisance at set pieces, as always, perhaps is a replacement to Stones at the back rather than paired with him. A careless distribution later in the match almost led to a goal from the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly Another assured performance by the youngster following his first cap against Serbia. A teammate was unable to take full advantage of a gorgeous flick behind the Albania defence. His position is firmly his at this stage. 7

The newcomer His maiden beginning with the national team. A bit loose in possession however his whipped deliveries posed a danger. A useful pace-controller for the manager to call upon versus sides that sit back. Booked for a rash tackle. 6

Declan Rice Deliveries on corner kicks and set-plays caused problems. Had freedom to roam on the left but was offside upon receiving with a chance to score. Granted a deserved break after an hour. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in an advanced position down the right and put in dirty work. Displayed flashes of quality and mishit an effort over. Replaced late on for a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity before halftime, his effort well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate holding position, it fell to him to provide width down the right side although his balls from wide areas were inconsistent. Taken off late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The match-winner with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes for his country. The first a trademark close-range tap-in and his next an excellent finish with his head after peeling away off his defender. Aged 32, he continues to improve and England are strong contenders in future competitions with him up top. Eight

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to get into the game from the left. Had a presentable chance following a pass from a teammate however the keeper made the save. His replacement produced a bigger effect after coming on. 5/10

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting well with the striker in a natural spot, 6/10
• Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances yet his delivery led to the breakthrough, Six
• Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Active upon introduction and set up Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery into the area, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, Six