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Throughout a impressive display, the English national team secured another win versus their opponents, with several squad members delivering standout performances throughout the game.

Starting Lineup

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make in the first half until called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding challenge on Qazim Laci highlighted excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested against Albania’s primary attacker through Hoxha. Started more centrally to begin with but moved to the flank once Saka was introduced. 7

The defender Pushed forward with the ball at his feet, as he has done in the past. At times was too casual when carrying play with the experiment abandoned by the interval. 6

Dan Burn A nuisance from dead balls, as always, perhaps is another option for his teammate in the backline as opposed to his partner. A careless ball after the break almost led to the first goal for the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly Another composed showing from the rising star following his debut against Serbia. Saka was unable to take the opportunity from a clever touch over their defense. The role is his to lose already. 7

The newcomer His maiden beginning for his country. Somewhat careless on the ball however his whipped corners posed a danger. A handy tempo-setter available to the manager to have against sides that sit back. Shown a yellow for a rash challenge. Six

The midfielder Set-pieces on corner kicks and set-plays caused problems. Enjoyed room to drift down the left flank yet found himself offside when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Awarded a deserved rest around the 60-minute point. Six

Jude Bellingham Operated in a high role out wide and also contributed with defensive duties. Demonstrated moments of class and dragged a shot wide. Withdrawn late on by Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s clearest opportunity in the opening period, his shot excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. As Quansah holding position, it fell to him to offer an outlet out wide but his crosses from wide areas varied in quality. Replaced late in the match. 6

The captain The match-winner netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals at international level. His first a typical poacher’s finish and his next an excellent header having drifted away off his defender. At 32, he’s only getting better with the national team are strong contenders next summer with him leading the line. Eight

The attacker Had difficulty to influence play on the left flank. Had a presentable chance after being played in from a teammate yet Strakosha kept it out. Rashford made much more of an impact when substituted. 5/10

Replacements

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright and linked up seamlessly with Kane in a preferred position, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze 63) Failed to convert yet his delivery provided the breakthrough, 6
• Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Lively upon introduction assisting Kane’s second via an excellent ball to the far post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Looks established already, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, Six