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Throughout a impressive showing, England clinched a further win against Albania, with multiple squad members turning in standout performances during the match.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Had little to do required in the first half before forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding challenge on an Albanian attacker showed sharp game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Tested by the opposition's main danger through their forward. Operated in a central role to begin with later drifted wider after a teammate entered the fray. 7

John Stones Moved into midfield when in possession, as he has done previously. On occasion seemed hesitant on the ball with the approach abandoned at half-time. 6

Dan Burn A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, per usual, but may be a replacement for his teammate at the back instead of his partner. A loose ball after the break almost led to a goal from the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly Another composed performance by the rising star following his initial appearance against another side. A teammate failed to make the most of a gorgeous flick behind the Albania defence. The left-back spot is his to lose so soon. Seven

The newcomer His first start for his country. A bit careless when playing out though his whipped deliveries were a threat. A handy game manager for the coach to call upon versus sides that sit back. Booked for a poorly timed foul. 6

The midfielder Set-pieces from dead balls and set-plays caused problems. Was given license to drift down the left flank only to be offside as the pass came with a chance to score. Awarded a well-earned substitution around the 60-minute point. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Played in a high spot down the right and also put in dirty work. Displayed flashes of quality but mishit an attempt over. Substituted late on for Rogers, his rival, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's best chance in the opening period, his shot well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. With Quansah staying deep, he had to provide width out wide but his crosses from the touchline varied in quality. Replaced late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker with his 77th and 78th finishes at international level. The first a classic poacher’s finish while the second an excellent finish with his head after peeling 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

Eberechi Eze Struggled to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a good opening after being played in from a teammate however Strakosha denied him. Rashford made much more of an impact in his place. 5/10

Replacements

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and linked up well with Kane in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities although his set-piece created the opener, Six
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Energetic after coming on and set up Kane’s second with superb cross to the far post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to make an impact, 6/10