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During a dominant showing, the English national team wrapped up a further victory against their opponents, with several squad members turning in standout displays throughout the game.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Had little to do to make before the break but then tested by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. A sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker demonstrated sharp game intelligence. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged against Albania’s main danger in Hoxha. Played through the middle early on but moved wider once Saka was introduced. 7/10

John Stones Pushed into midfield when in possession, something he's known for in the past. On occasion seemed hesitant in possession and the experiment abandoned after the break. Six

The tall defender Always dangerous at set pieces, per usual, perhaps is an alternative to his teammate in defense instead of his partner. A loose pass after the break nearly resulted in a goal from the visitors. 6

The young full-back One more assured display by the youngster after his initial appearance versus Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on the most of a gorgeous touch behind the Albania defence. His position looks secure already. Seven

The newcomer A debut start for his country. Somewhat careless in possession though his inswinging set-pieces were a threat. A handy tempo-setter available to the manager to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Booked for a poorly timed tackle. 6

Declan Rice Crosses on corner kicks and set-plays were dangerous. Enjoyed room to move in left midfield but was in an offside position as the pass came with a chance to score. Granted a merited substitution on the hour mark. Six

The star midfielder Operated in an advanced spot out wide and also put in dirty work. Displayed flashes of quality and mishit a shot over. Replaced in the closing stages for a teammate, his rival, after receiving a caution. 7

The winger Had the team's best chance in the opening period, his shot excellently kept out by Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to stretch the play out wide yet his deliveries into the box varied in quality. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

Harry Kane The match-winner scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes for his country. The opener a typical poacher’s finish while the second a classy header following a clever run away from the opposition. Aged 32, he continues to improve and the side are strong contenders next summer when he's in the team. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Struggled to influence play from the left. Had a presentable chance after being played in by Bellingham yet Strakosha kept it out. His replacement made much more of an impact when substituted. Five

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp connecting effectively with the striker in a natural spot, 6/10
• Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities although his set-piece created the opener, Six
• Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Lively when brought on and provided the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery into the area, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Seems settled at this level, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star 84) Not enough time to affect things, 6/10