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Throughout a commanding display, England clinched a further win versus their opponents, with multiple players turning in standout performances on the pitch.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required before the break before tested from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding tackle on an Albanian attacker highlighted his reading of the game. 6/10

The debutant Challenged by Albania’s biggest threat through Hoxha. Started more centrally initially then shifted out wide once Saka came on. 7

The defender Advanced into midfield when in possession, something he's known for previously. Sometimes seemed hesitant on the ball and the experiment abandoned after the break. 6/10

Dan Burn Always dangerous from dead balls, per usual, could serve as another option for his teammate in defense as opposed to alongside him. A loose distribution in the second half came close to an opener from the visitors. 6

The young full-back One more composed display by the rising star following his debut versus Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on the opportunity from a gorgeous touch over their defense. The role is his to lose so soon. 7/10

The newcomer His maiden beginning for his country. A bit sloppy on the ball though his inswinging deliveries caused problems. An effective game manager for the boss to call upon versus defensive opponents. Shown a yellow after a reckless foul. 6

The midfielder Crosses from dead balls and free kicks created chances. Enjoyed freedom to move on the left yet found himself offside upon receiving with a chance to score. Granted a merited rest on the hour mark. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Played in a high spot on the right and also put in dirty work. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and dragged an attempt wide. Withdrawn in the closing stages by a teammate, his competition, following a yellow card. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s top opening in the opening period, his effort smartly stopped by the Albanian keeper. As a teammate staying deep, he was forced to provide width on the right although his balls from wide areas were hit and miss. Taken off with 15 to go. Six

Harry Kane The decisive figure netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes at international level. The opener a trademark opportunist's goal while the second an excellent headed goal following a clever run from his marker. Aged 32, he’s only getting better with the national team stand a real opportunity in future competitions with him up top. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to influence play on the left flank. Had a decent opportunity after being played in from a teammate but Strakosha kept it out. Rashford produced a bigger an impact when substituted. Five

Replacements

• Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and combined well with Kane in more familiar role, Six
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert although his set-piece created the breakthrough, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker 75) Lively when brought on and provided the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10