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Throughout a dominant showing, England secured a further victory versus their opponents, with multiple players turning in standout displays during the match.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make during the opening 45 before called into action by an opponent's curling effort. One well-timed sliding challenge against Qazim Laci highlighted excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested against Albania’s primary attacker through Hoxha. Operated in a central role initially then shifted to the flank after Saka was introduced. 7/10

The defender Moved into midfield on the ball, something he's known for before. Sometimes seemed hesitant in possession with the tactic was shelved by the interval. 6/10

Dan Burn A constant threat at set pieces, per usual, could serve as a replacement to Stones in defense instead of paired with him. One wayward pass in the second half came close to a goal from Albania. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly One more composed display by the 20-year-old after his debut against another side. A teammate did not capitalize on full advantage of a gorgeous backheel over the opposing backline. His position is firmly his so soon. Seven

The newcomer His maiden beginning with the national team. Slightly loose on the ball though his whipped set-pieces caused problems. A useful tempo-setter available to the boss to have against defensive opponents. Cautioned for a rash tackle. 6

The midfielder Deliveries from dead balls and free kicks were dangerous. Was given license to roam down the left flank only to be offside upon receiving in shooting positions. Given a merited break on the hour mark. Six

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward position on the right and also contributed with the hard yards. Demonstrated moments of class but scuffed an effort over. Withdrawn in the closing stages for Rogers, his competition, following a yellow card. 7/10

The winger Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity in the opening period, his strike well saved from the Albanian keeper. With a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to stretch the play out wide but his crosses into the box were hit and miss. Replaced late in the match. 6

The captain The difference-maker with his two more goals for his country. The first a typical opportunist's goal and his next an excellent headed goal having drifted away from his marker. Now 32, his form is unwavering and the side are strong contenders in future competitions with him leading the line. Eight

The attacker Had difficulty to make an impact out wide. Was presented with a decent opportunity after being played in from a teammate yet Strakosha kept it out. Rashford had a greater effect after coming on. 5/10

Substitutes

• Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively and linked up effectively with Kane in a preferred position, Six
• Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities although his set-piece created the first goal, 6
• Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Active upon introduction and provided the second goal via an excellent ball to the back post, 7
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable at this level, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to make an impact, Six