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During a impressive performance, the English national team secured a further victory against Albania, featuring multiple squad members delivering memorable displays during the match.

Starting Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required before the break until tested from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding intervention on an Albanian attacker demonstrated sharp game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged by Albania’s biggest threat through Hoxha. Operated in a central role early on but moved to the flank after Saka entered the fray. Seven

The defender Advanced into midfield on the ball, as he has done before. Sometimes lacked urgency in possession with the experiment abandoned at half-time. Six

Dan Burn Always dangerous at set pieces, typically, but may be another option to Stones at the back as opposed to his partner. A careless pass in the second half nearly resulted in a goal from the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly Another composed showing from the 20-year-old following his first cap versus Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on full advantage of an exquisite touch over their defense. His position is firmly his already. 7

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. Somewhat careless in possession though his inswinging corners posed a danger. An effective pace-controller for the coach to call upon against defensive opponents. Shown a yellow for a rash tackle. Six

Declan Rice Deliveries from dead balls and free-kicks caused problems. Was given license to move down the left flank only to be in an offside position upon receiving in shooting positions. Awarded a well-earned rest around the 60-minute point. Six

Jude Bellingham Played in a high spot on the right while also contributed with the hard yards. Showed moments of class but dragged an attempt high. Substituted in the closing stages for Rogers, his competition, after receiving a caution. 7

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s clearest opportunity of the first half, his shot well saved by the Albanian keeper. With a teammate holding position, he was forced to provide width out wide yet his deliveries from wide areas were inconsistent. Taken off late in the match. Six

The captain The decisive figure with his 77th and 78th strikes at international level. His first a classic opportunist's goal while the second an excellent finish with his head after peeling away from his marker. At 32, his form is unwavering and England have every chance in future competitions with him up top. 8/10

The attacker Had difficulty to make an impact out wide. Had a good opening when set up from a teammate however Strakosha denied him. His replacement had a greater effect after coming on. Five

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for Rice 63) Appeared sharp connecting effectively with Kane in a natural spot, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Failed to convert yet his delivery created the first goal, 6
• Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Active upon introduction and provided the captain's brace with superb cross into the area, 7/10
• Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Looks established so soon, 6
• Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, 6/10