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In a commanding showing, the English national team wrapped up one more win versus their opponents, with several players delivering notable performances throughout the game.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Had little to do to perform during the opening 45 before tested from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. A sliding intervention on an Albanian attacker showed excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged by Albania’s main danger through their forward. Started through the middle initially then shifted to the flank after a teammate came on. 7/10

The defender Pushed into midfield with the ball at his feet, as he has done in the past. On occasion lacked urgency on the ball and the approach abandoned after the break. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, as always, but may be a replacement to his teammate at the back rather than his partner. A loose ball after the break came close to an opener from Albania. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly Another composed display by the rising star after his first cap versus another side. A teammate failed to make full advantage of a clever backheel over their defense. His position looks secure already. Seven

The newcomer His maiden beginning in an England shirt. Slightly sloppy when playing out though his whipped set-pieces were a threat. A useful tempo-setter available to the coach to utilize against defensive opponents. Booked for a rash challenge. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses from corners and free-kicks created chances. Had freedom to drift on the left only to be in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Granted a deserved break around the 60-minute point. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a high spot down the right while also contributed with the hard yards. Displayed flashes of quality and dragged an effort wide. Substituted late on for Rogers, his rival, after being booked. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity in the opening period, his strike excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. With a teammate holding position, he had to offer an outlet on the right yet his deliveries into the box were hit and miss. Taken off late in the match. 6

Harry Kane The decisive figure netting 77th and 78th strikes at international level. His first a typical poacher’s finish and his next an excellent header following a clever run away from the opposition. Now 32, he continues to improve and the side have every chance in future competitions when he's in the team. 8

The attacker Found it tough to get into the game from the left. Had a presentable chance after being played in by Bellingham yet the keeper made the save. His replacement produced a bigger effect in his place. 5

Replacements

• Foden (for a teammate 63) Was bright and linked up seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze 63) Failed to convert but his corner provided the first goal, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Active upon introduction and provided the captain's brace via an excellent ball into the area, 7
• Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, 6/10
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to affect things, Six