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Throughout a dominant display, England secured a further win against their opponents, featuring several squad members producing standout performances during the match.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to perform before the break but then called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. His sliding intervention against Qazim Laci showed sharp reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested by Albania’s main danger in Hoxha. Operated more centrally initially later drifted to the flank after a teammate was introduced. Seven

John Stones Advanced up the pitch with the ball at his feet, something he's known for previously. Sometimes seemed hesitant on the ball and the experiment abandoned at half-time. 6/10

Dan Burn A nuisance from dead balls, typically, perhaps is another option to his teammate at the back instead of paired with him. A loose distribution after the break nearly resulted in the first goal for the visitors. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly A further confident display from the 20-year-old after his debut against Serbia. Saka was unable to take the opportunity from an exquisite backheel behind their defense. The left-back spot looks secure so soon. 7/10

Adam Wharton A debut start with the national team. Slightly sloppy when playing out though his dangerous set-pieces caused problems. A handy tempo-setter for the manager to call upon against teams who drop deep. Booked after a reckless tackle. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces on corner kicks and set-plays caused problems. Had room to drift on the left yet found himself in an offside position when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Granted a well-earned substitution on the hour mark. 6

The star midfielder Played in a forward role out wide while also did plenty of the hard yards. Displayed glimpses of brilliance but mishit an attempt high. Substituted in the closing stages by Rogers, his competition, following a yellow card. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's best chance in the opening period, his effort smartly stopped from the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate staying deep, he had to provide width on the right yet his deliveries from wide areas were inconsistent. Substituted late in the match. Six

The captain The difference-maker scoring 77th and 78th finishes for his country. The opener a typical close-range tap-in and his next a superb finish with his head having drifted away away from the opposition. Aged 32, he’s only getting better and the side have every chance next summer when he's in the team. Eight

The attacker Found it tough to get into the game out wide. Had a good opening after being played in by the midfielder but the keeper kept it out. Rashford made much more of influence in his place. Five

Replacements

• Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Was bright and linked up well with Kane in more familiar role, Six
• Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert yet his delivery provided the first goal, Six
• Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Energetic after coming on and set up the captain's brace with superb cross to the far post, Seven
• Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Looks established so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, 6