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During a commanding display, England secured another triumph versus Albania, featuring a number of players turning in notable displays during the match.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Not a save to make in the first half but then called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. A sliding challenge on Qazim Laci demonstrated sharp reading of the game. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged by the opposition's biggest threat in Hoxha. Played more centrally initially then shifted to the flank after a teammate was introduced. 7

The defender Moved up the pitch when in possession, a familiar role in the past. Sometimes seemed hesitant on the ball with the approach abandoned after the break. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat at set pieces, as always, but may be another option to his teammate in the backline rather than paired with him. One wayward ball in the second half almost led to a goal for the visitors. 6

The young full-back A further composed display by the youngster after his first cap versus another side. A teammate failed to make the opportunity from an exquisite backheel over their defense. His position is his to lose so soon. Seven

The newcomer His first start with the national team. A bit sloppy on the ball though his dangerous corners caused problems. An effective game manager for the coach to utilize against sides that sit back. Cautioned for a poorly timed challenge. 6

Declan Rice Crosses from corners and free-kicks were dangerous. Enjoyed license to move in left midfield but was offside as the pass came in shooting positions. Granted a deserved substitution after an hour. 6

The star midfielder Operated in an advanced role down the right and did plenty of dirty work. Demonstrated moments of class but scuffed a shot wide. Replaced towards the end by a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. 7

The winger Had England’s best chance of the first half, his shot excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. As a teammate holding position, he had to provide width on the right although his balls into the box were hit and miss. Taken off with 15 to go. 6

Harry Kane The decisive figure netting 77th and 78th finishes at international level. The first a classic opportunist's goal and his next a superb finish with his head having drifted away off his defender. At 32, his form is unwavering with the national team stand a real opportunity next summer when he's in the team. 8

The attacker Struggled to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up by Bellingham yet the keeper denied him. Rashford produced a bigger an impact in his place. Five

Bench Players

• Foden (for Rice 63) Appeared sharp connecting seamlessly with the striker in more familiar role, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities yet his delivery led to the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen 75) Active when brought on and set up the captain's brace with superb cross to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable already, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to affect things, 6