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In a dominant display, the English national team clinched one more victory versus Albania, featuring a number of players delivering standout displays throughout the game.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to perform during the opening 45 before forced to intervene by an opponent's bent shot. A sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker showed excellent game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested against the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Operated in a central role initially but moved to the flank after Saka entered the fray. Seven

The defender Moved forward when in possession, something he's known for in the past. At times lacked urgency in possession with the tactic discontinued by the interval. Six

Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, as always, could serve as a replacement for Stones in defense instead of his partner. One wayward distribution later in the match almost led to an opener from the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly One more assured showing by the youngster following his initial appearance against another side. Saka was unable to take the most of a clever touch over the opposing backline. The left-back spot looks secure so soon. Seven

Adam Wharton His first start in an England shirt. A bit careless when playing out however his inswinging set-pieces posed a danger. A handy game manager for the coach to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Booked for a rash challenge. 6

The midfielder Set-pieces from corners and set-plays were dangerous. Had license to move on the left but was offside when the ball arrived in front of goal. Awarded a deserved rest after an hour. 6/10

The star midfielder Operated in a forward role down the right and also contributed with dirty work. Demonstrated flashes of quality and mishit a shot over. Substituted late on by a teammate, his competition, after receiving a caution. 7/10

The winger Had England’s top opening before halftime, his strike well saved from Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate hanging back, he was forced to offer an outlet down the right side but his crosses from the touchline were hit and miss. Replaced late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes for his country. His first a trademark opportunist's goal while the second a classy headed goal after peeling away off his defender. Now 32, he continues to improve with the national team are strong contenders in future competitions with him up top. Eight

The attacker Struggled to get into the game from the left. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up from a teammate yet Strakosha kept it out. His replacement had a greater effect in his place. Five

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright connecting effectively with Kane in a natural spot, 6/10
• Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances but his corner provided the first goal, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Energetic when brought on and set up Kane’s second with superb cross to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Seems settled at this level, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, 6/10