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During a impressive showing, the English national team clinched one more win versus their opponents, with multiple players turning in memorable performances on the pitch.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to make during the opening 45 before forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. His sliding challenge on an Albanian attacker showed sharp anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Examined by the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Operated in a central role to begin with later drifted wider once Saka came on. Seven

The defender Advanced up the pitch when in possession, as he has done previously. At times seemed hesitant on the ball with the approach abandoned at half-time. 6

The tall defender A nuisance from dead balls, typically, could serve as another option for his teammate in the backline instead of paired with him. A careless ball in the second half nearly resulted in an opener for Albania. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly Another confident display by the youngster after his debut against another side. Saka did not capitalize on the opportunity from an exquisite flick over the opposing backline. The role is his to lose already. 7

Adam Wharton A debut start in an England shirt. Somewhat sloppy in possession but his whipped set-pieces posed a danger. A useful pace-controller for the boss to have against sides that sit back. Booked for a rash challenge. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses from dead balls and free-kicks created chances. Enjoyed freedom to drift down the left flank but was in an offside position when the ball arrived in front of goal. Given a well-earned rest around the 60-minute point. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Played in a forward spot out wide and also contributed with the hard yards. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance but mishit an effort over. Substituted towards the end for Rogers, his competition, following a yellow card. 7

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s best chance of the first half, his effort well saved by the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah holding position, it fell to him to stretch the play on the right although his balls from wide areas were inconsistent. Taken off for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

The captain The difference-maker netting two more goals in an England shirt. The first a trademark opportunist's goal and his next an excellent headed goal having drifted away away from the opposition. Aged 32, he’s only getting better and the side stand a real opportunity next summer with him leading the line. 8/10

The attacker Found it tough to make an impact from the left. Had a presentable chance following a pass by Bellingham however the keeper made the save. Rashford made much more of influence after coming on. Five

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright connecting effectively with Kane in more familiar role, 6
• Saka (on for Eze 63) Spurned chances although his set-piece led to the breakthrough, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Active upon introduction assisting the captain's brace via an excellent ball into the area, 7/10
• Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable at this level, Six
• Morgan Rogers (for the star 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, Six