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During a commanding performance, the English national team clinched another win versus Albania, featuring multiple squad members turning in memorable displays during the match.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to perform before the break until tested from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding challenge against Qazim Laci showed sharp reading of the game. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged against Albania’s biggest threat in Hoxha. Started in a central role to begin with but moved to the flank after a teammate was introduced. Seven

John Stones Pushed up the pitch when in possession, a familiar role before. On occasion lacked urgency in possession and the tactic discontinued by the interval. 6

The tall defender Always dangerous from dead balls, as always, but may be another option for his teammate in defense rather than paired with him. One wayward distribution later in the match nearly resulted in an opener from Albania. Six

The young full-back A further assured showing by the 20-year-old following his debut against Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on the most of a gorgeous touch over their defense. His position is his to lose already. 7

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly careless when playing out though his whipped set-pieces posed a danger. An effective tempo-setter available to the manager to call upon versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a poorly timed challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Set-pieces from dead balls and free kicks caused problems. Was given freedom to drift in left midfield only to be offside as the pass came in front of goal. Given a well-earned break around the 60-minute point. Six

The star midfielder Operated in a forward role out wide and did plenty of the hard yards. Displayed moments of class but mishit an attempt wide. Substituted late on by Rogers, his competition, after being booked. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's best chance in the opening period, his shot excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. As a teammate staying deep, he had to provide width down the right side although his balls from the touchline were inconsistent. Taken off late in the match. 6

Harry Kane The decisive figure netting 77th and 78th goals in an England shirt. The opener a classic poacher’s finish and his next a superb headed goal after peeling away off his defender. Now 32, he continues to improve with the national team have every chance in future competitions when he's in the team. Eight

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to make an impact out wide. Was presented with a decent opportunity following a pass from a teammate however Strakosha denied him. Rashford produced a bigger influence in his place. 5/10

Substitutes

• Foden (replacing Rice 63) Appeared sharp connecting seamlessly with the striker in a natural spot, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Failed to convert although his set-piece provided the first goal, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Energetic after coming on and provided Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery into the area, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, 6
• Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Not enough time to affect things, 6