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During a impressive showing, England wrapped up a further triumph versus their opponents, featuring a number of players turning in memorable performances throughout the game.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Not a save required during the opening 45 before forced to intervene by an opponent's bent shot. One well-timed sliding tackle on an Albanian attacker showed excellent anticipation. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged by Albania’s biggest threat in Hoxha. Operated in a central role early on later drifted wider after a teammate entered the fray. 7

The defender Moved into midfield when in possession, as he has done before. On occasion lacked urgency on the ball with the tactic abandoned at half-time. Six

Dan Burn A constant threat at set pieces, per usual, perhaps is another option to Stones in defense rather than his partner. One wayward distribution after the break nearly resulted in a goal from the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly One more confident showing from the youngster following his debut against another side. Saka did not capitalize on the opportunity from an exquisite flick behind their defense. The role is his to lose already. 7

The newcomer His maiden beginning with the national team. Slightly loose on the ball however his whipped set-pieces posed a danger. A handy pace-controller available to the manager to utilize against teams who drop deep. Shown a yellow for a rash foul. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces from corners and free-kicks were dangerous. Enjoyed license to roam in left midfield yet found himself offside upon receiving with a chance to score. Granted a merited substitution around the 60-minute point. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a high position down the right while also put in the hard yards. Showed moments of class but mishit an attempt over. Replaced in the closing stages for a teammate, his rival, after receiving a caution. 7

The winger Had England’s best chance of the first half, his effort smartly stopped by the Albanian keeper. With Quansah holding position, he had to stretch the play on the right although his balls from wide areas were hit and miss. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6

The captain The difference-maker netting two more strikes for his country. The opener a classic poacher’s finish while the second a superb headed goal following a clever run from his marker. At 32, he continues to improve and the side are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8/10

The attacker Struggled to make an impact on the left flank. Had a presentable chance after being played in by the midfielder but the keeper denied him. His replacement produced a bigger effect after coming on. Five

Replacements

• Phil Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting well with Kane in a preferred position, 6/10
• Saka (for the winger 63) Missed opportunities although his set-piece provided the first goal, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Active when brought on assisting Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7
• Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Not enough time to affect things, 6