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Throughout a commanding showing, the English national team wrapped up a further victory against their opponents, featuring several players producing notable displays on the pitch.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Had little to do required during the opening 45 before forced to intervene by an opponent's bent shot. A sliding tackle on Qazim Laci highlighted excellent reading of the game. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested against Albania’s primary attacker through Hoxha. Played in a central role early on then shifted out wide after a teammate came on. Seven

The defender Pushed forward with the ball at his feet, something he's known for before. On occasion was too casual on the ball and the tactic abandoned after the break. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, as always, could serve as an alternative to his teammate in defense instead of his partner. A careless distribution later in the match came close to the first goal for the visitors. Six

The young full-back One more confident display from the rising star after his debut versus Serbia. A teammate failed to make the most of an exquisite backheel behind the Albania defence. The left-back spot is his to lose at this stage. 7

The newcomer His first start with the national team. Slightly careless when playing out but his inswinging corners posed a danger. An effective game manager available to the manager to utilize against defensive opponents. Cautioned after a reckless challenge. Six

Declan Rice Crosses from dead balls and free kicks created chances. Had freedom to roam in left midfield but was offside when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Awarded a deserved substitution after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward position out wide while also put in dirty work. Demonstrated flashes of quality and dragged an attempt wide. Withdrawn towards the end by a teammate, his rival, after being booked. Seven

The winger Had England’s clearest opportunity of the first half, his effort smartly stopped from Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate hanging back, he was forced to stretch the play on the right yet his deliveries into the box varied in quality. Substituted late in the match. Six

The captain The decisive figure scoring 77th and 78th finishes for his country. The opener a trademark close-range tap-in and the second an excellent headed goal having drifted away off his defender. At 32, he’s only getting better and England stand a real opportunity in future competitions when he's in the team. 8

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up from a teammate however the keeper made the save. His replacement had a greater influence after coming on. 5

Bench Players

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and combined effectively with Kane in a preferred position, 6
• Saka (on for Eze 63) Failed to convert although his set-piece provided the opener, Six
• Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Active when brought on and set up the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7
• Anderson (for Wharton 75) Seems settled at this level, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10