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In a commanding display, England secured one more victory against their opponents, featuring multiple squad members delivering memorable displays throughout the game.

Starting XI

The goalkeeper Not a save to perform during the opening 45 before tested from Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. A sliding challenge on Qazim Laci demonstrated sharp anticipation. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested against Albania’s main danger through Hoxha. Played through the middle initially but moved wider once a teammate came on. 7/10

The defender Pushed into midfield when in possession, something he's known for previously. On occasion lacked urgency when carrying play and the approach abandoned at half-time. 6

Dan Burn A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, as always, perhaps is a replacement for Stones in defense instead of alongside him. A careless ball later in the match almost led to an opener for the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back Another confident showing by the rising star after his first cap against another side. A teammate was unable to take full advantage of a gorgeous touch over the Albania defence. The left-back spot is firmly his at this stage. Seven

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning with the national team. Somewhat loose in possession though his dangerous deliveries were a threat. An effective pace-controller for the coach to have against teams who drop deep. Cautioned after a reckless challenge. 6

The midfielder Crosses on corner kicks and free kicks caused problems. Had room to drift down the left flank only to be offside as the pass came with a chance to score. Granted a merited substitution on the hour mark. Six

Jude Bellingham Played in an advanced spot out wide while also did plenty of defensive duties. Displayed flashes of quality and dragged an attempt wide. Substituted in the closing stages for a teammate, his rival, after being booked. 7/10

The winger Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity before halftime, his shot smartly stopped by the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate holding position, he was forced to stretch the play out wide but his crosses from the touchline were hit and miss. Taken off with 15 to go. Six

The captain The difference-maker with his 77th and 78th finishes at international level. His first a typical opportunist's goal and the second a superb finish with his head having drifted away off his defender. Aged 32, he continues to improve with the national team are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him up top. Eight

The attacker Had difficulty to make an impact on the left flank. Was presented with a good opening after being played in by the midfielder but Strakosha denied him. His replacement produced a bigger effect after coming on. 5/10

Substitutes

• Foden (for a teammate 63) Looked lively and combined effectively with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances but his corner led to the breakthrough, 6
• Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Lively after coming on and set up Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established already, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to make an impact, 6