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In a commanding showing, England clinched one more win versus their opponents, featuring a number of players turning in memorable displays during the match.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Not a save required before the break before called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. His sliding intervention on Qazim Laci highlighted excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Examined against Albania’s biggest threat through Hoxha. Played more centrally early on then shifted wider once a teammate came on. 7

John Stones Advanced up the pitch with the ball at his feet, as he has done in the past. Sometimes was too casual in possession and the approach abandoned at half-time. 6/10

Dan Burn A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, typically, perhaps is an alternative to his teammate in the backline as opposed to paired with him. A careless ball later in the match nearly resulted in a goal from Albania. Six

The young full-back One more composed display from the rising star following his initial appearance against another side. A teammate was unable to take full advantage of an exquisite flick behind their defense. His position looks secure so soon. Seven

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning for his country. Somewhat loose on the ball however his dangerous corners posed a danger. A useful pace-controller available to the coach to utilize versus sides that sit back. Cautioned for a poorly timed foul. 6/10

The midfielder Set-pieces from corners and free-kicks caused problems. Was given room to drift in left midfield but was in an offside position as the pass came in shooting positions. Awarded a deserved rest on the hour mark. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward spot out wide and also did plenty of the hard yards. Showed glimpses of brilliance and dragged a shot wide. Substituted in the closing stages by a teammate, his rival, following a yellow card. 7

The winger Had England’s best chance of the first half, his strike excellently kept out by Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate holding position, it fell to him to offer an outlet out wide but his crosses from the touchline were inconsistent. Substituted with 15 to go. 6

The captain The decisive figure netting 77th and 78th strikes for his country. His first a trademark poacher’s finish and his next a superb headed goal having drifted away from his marker. Aged 32, he’s only getting better with the national team are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to make an impact from the left. Had a good opening after being played in from a teammate however the keeper made the save. Rashford produced a bigger influence in his place. 5

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and linked up seamlessly with the striker in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances but his corner created the opener, 6
• Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Energetic when brought on assisting Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton 75) Looks established at this level, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, Six