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Throughout a impressive showing, England wrapped up one more victory versus their opponents, with multiple squad members delivering memorable displays throughout the game.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Had little to do to perform before the break but then forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker demonstrated sharp reading of the game. 6/10

The debutant Tested by Albania’s main danger through Hoxha. Started more centrally to begin with then shifted out wide once Saka entered the fray. 7

The defender Pushed forward when in possession, as he has done in the past. On occasion seemed hesitant on the ball with the experiment abandoned after the break. Six

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, typically, but may be a replacement to his teammate at the back as opposed to his partner. One wayward distribution later in the match almost led to the first goal from the visitors. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly Another composed performance from the youngster after his initial appearance against another side. Saka failed to make full advantage of a gorgeous backheel over their defense. The role is firmly his already. 7/10

Adam Wharton A debut start in an England shirt. Somewhat loose in possession though his inswinging corners posed a danger. An effective tempo-setter available to the boss to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Booked for a rash challenge. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses from corners and free-kicks created chances. Had license to drift on the left yet found himself in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Granted a merited rest around the 60-minute point. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in a high spot out wide while also put in dirty work. Showed flashes of quality but dragged a shot wide. Substituted in the closing stages for a teammate, a fellow player, following a yellow card. Seven

The winger Had the team's clearest opportunity before halftime, his effort smartly stopped from the Albanian keeper. With Quansah holding position, he had to offer an outlet down the right side although his balls from the touchline were hit and miss. Replaced late in the match. 6/10

Harry Kane The difference-maker with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes at international level. The opener a trademark poacher’s finish and the second an excellent finish with his head having drifted away from his marker. Aged 32, his form is unwavering with the national team stand a real opportunity in future competitions when he's in the team. 8

Eberechi Eze Struggled to get into the game from the left. Was presented with a decent opportunity after being played in by Bellingham yet Strakosha made the save. His replacement produced a bigger an impact after coming on. 5/10

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Was bright and linked up well with Kane in a preferred position, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze 63) Failed to convert although his set-piece led to the breakthrough, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Lively after coming on and provided the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established already, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Not enough time to influence the game, 6/10