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During a impressive performance, the English national team wrapped up one more win against their opponents, with a number of squad members delivering memorable performances throughout the game.

Starting Eleven

Dean Henderson Not a save to make during the opening 45 until tested by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding challenge against Qazim Laci showed sharp game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Examined against the opposition's primary attacker in Hoxha. Operated more centrally initially later drifted wider once a teammate came on. 7

The defender Pushed forward with the ball at his feet, a familiar role previously. At times lacked urgency on the ball and the approach abandoned after the break. Six

Dan Burn A constant threat at set pieces, typically, could serve as another option for Stones in the backline as opposed to his partner. A loose pass in the second half almost led to a goal for the visitors. Six

The young full-back One more confident performance from the youngster after his initial appearance against Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on full advantage of a gorgeous backheel behind the Albania defence. The left-back spot looks secure so soon. 7/10

The newcomer A debut start for his country. Slightly loose in possession though his whipped deliveries caused problems. A handy game manager for the boss to call upon against sides that sit back. Cautioned for a poorly timed tackle. Six

Declan Rice Crosses from dead balls and free kicks created chances. Enjoyed license to roam down the left flank only to be offside as the pass came in shooting positions. Awarded a deserved rest after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a high position on the right while also put in the hard yards. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance but mishit a shot wide. Withdrawn towards the end for Rogers, his competition, after being booked. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s clearest opportunity of the first half, his shot well saved from Thomas Strakosha. With Quansah hanging back, he had to offer an outlet on the right yet his deliveries from the touchline were hit and miss. Substituted late in the match. Six

The captain The decisive figure netting two more goals at international level. His first a typical opportunist's goal and his next a classy header after peeling away away from the opposition. Now 32, he’s only getting better with the national team stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play on the left flank. Was presented with a decent opportunity after being played in by the midfielder however the keeper kept it out. His replacement had a greater an impact after coming on. Five

Replacements

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright and combined effectively with Kane in a natural spot, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Failed to convert but his corner led to the first goal, Six
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Active after coming on assisting the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the far post, Seven
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Seems settled at this level, Six
• Rogers (replacing the star 84) Not enough time to affect things, 6/10