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In a commanding performance, England clinched one more triumph against their opponents, featuring a number of squad members turning in standout displays during the match.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Had little to do to perform in the first half until tested by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. A sliding intervention on an Albanian attacker highlighted his anticipation. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested against Albania’s biggest threat in Hoxha. Operated through the middle early on then shifted out wide after a teammate was introduced. Seven

John Stones Advanced into midfield when in possession, as he has done before. Sometimes was too casual on the ball with the tactic abandoned at half-time. Six

Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, as always, but may be another option to his teammate in the backline rather than alongside him. A careless pass later in the match came close to the first goal from the visitors. 6

The young full-back A further confident display by the rising star after his debut against Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on the most of an exquisite backheel behind the opposing backline. His position looks secure so soon. 7

The newcomer A debut start with the national team. Slightly loose on the ball however his dangerous set-pieces were a threat. An effective pace-controller for the boss to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Booked for a rash foul. 6/10

The midfielder Set-pieces from corners and set-plays were dangerous. Enjoyed room to move on the left but was offside upon receiving in shooting positions. Given a deserved rest on the hour mark. 6/10

The star midfielder Operated in an advanced role down the right while also put in dirty work. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and dragged a shot over. Substituted in the closing stages for Rogers, his competition, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's top opening in the opening period, his strike excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. As Quansah holding position, it fell to him to offer an outlet down the right side although his balls from the touchline varied in quality. Taken off for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

The captain The match-winner with his two more strikes at international level. The opener a typical close-range tap-in and the second a superb headed goal following a clever run away from the opposition. Now 32, his form is unwavering and England stand a real opportunity in future competitions with him leading the line. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to make an impact from the left. Had a good opening following a pass by the midfielder however Strakosha kept it out. His replacement made much more of influence when substituted. 5/10

Substitutes

• Foden (for a teammate 63) Looked lively connecting effectively with Kane in more familiar role, Six
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert but his corner created the breakthrough, 6
• Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Active upon introduction assisting the second goal with a brilliant delivery into the area, 7/10
• Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Looks established so soon, Six
• Morgan Rogers (for the star 84) Too brief a spell to make an impact, 6/10