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Throughout a commanding display, the English national team wrapped up one more triumph against their opponents, featuring multiple players delivering notable performances on the pitch.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to perform before the break but then forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding intervention against Qazim Laci demonstrated sharp game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Challenged by Albania’s primary attacker in Hoxha. Started more centrally initially then shifted wider after Saka was introduced. 7

The defender Advanced forward when in possession, a familiar role in the past. Sometimes seemed hesitant on the ball with the tactic was shelved at half-time. Six

The tall defender A nuisance from dead balls, per usual, but may be a replacement for Stones at the back as opposed to alongside him. A loose ball after the break nearly resulted in a goal from the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back A further composed display by the rising star after his debut against another side. Saka did not capitalize on the most of an exquisite backheel over the opposing backline. His position is firmly his already. Seven

The newcomer A debut start for his country. Slightly loose in possession however his dangerous set-pieces were a threat. A useful pace-controller for the boss to call upon versus defensive opponents. Cautioned after a reckless foul. 6/10

Declan Rice Set-pieces from corners and set-plays caused problems. Enjoyed license to move in left midfield yet found himself offside upon receiving in front of goal. Awarded a well-earned rest on the hour mark. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward role on the right and contributed with the hard yards. Displayed flashes of quality and scuffed an effort wide. Withdrawn in the closing stages for Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. 7/10

The winger Was presented with England’s top opening in the opening period, his effort well saved by the Albanian keeper. With Quansah hanging back, he was forced to stretch the play down the right side although his balls into the box were inconsistent. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6

Harry Kane The difference-maker scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes for his country. The opener a classic close-range tap-in and his next a classy header having drifted away away from the opposition. At 32, his form is unwavering with the national team stand a real opportunity in future competitions with him up top. Eight

The attacker Had difficulty to influence play on the left flank. Was presented with a decent opportunity after being played in from a teammate however the keeper kept it out. His replacement made much more of effect in his place. 5

Bench Players

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright connecting seamlessly with the striker in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Missed opportunities but his corner provided the breakthrough, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Lively upon introduction and provided Kane’s second with superb cross into the area, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, 6