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In a commanding display, England secured one more victory versus their opponents, with a number of squad members delivering notable displays throughout the game.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Had little to do to perform during the opening 45 before forced to intervene from Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. One well-timed sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker showed excellent game intelligence. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged against the opposition's primary attacker in their forward. Started more centrally early on but moved out wide once Saka was introduced. Seven

John Stones Moved into midfield on the ball, a familiar role in the past. Sometimes seemed hesitant in possession with the tactic was shelved at half-time. Six

The tall defender A nuisance from dead balls, as always, but may be another option for his teammate in defense rather than alongside him. A loose distribution in the second half nearly resulted in the first goal for the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly Another composed showing by the youngster following his first cap versus Serbia. A teammate was unable to take the opportunity from an exquisite backheel over the opposing backline. The role is firmly his already. Seven

The newcomer His maiden beginning with the national team. A bit loose when playing out though his whipped deliveries were a threat. A useful pace-controller for the boss to utilize versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a poorly timed challenge. Six

The midfielder Crosses from dead balls and free kicks caused problems. Enjoyed license to drift on the left but was in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Given a well-earned break after an hour. 6/10

The star midfielder Operated in a high role out wide while also put in dirty work. Displayed glimpses of brilliance but dragged an attempt wide. Substituted late on for a teammate, his competition, following a yellow card. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's best chance before halftime, his effort excellently kept out by Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah hanging back, it fell to him to stretch the play on the right yet his deliveries into the box varied in quality. Taken off with 15 to go. 6/10

Harry Kane The match-winner with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes in an England shirt. The first a typical opportunist's goal while the second an excellent headed goal following a clever run away from the opposition. Aged 32, his form is unwavering with the national team are strong contenders in future competitions with him up top. 8

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game on the left flank. Had a decent opportunity when set up by the midfielder yet the keeper kept it out. Rashford produced a bigger an impact after coming on. 5/10

Replacements

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright connecting well with the striker in a natural spot, Six
• Saka (on for Eze 63) Spurned chances but his corner led to the breakthrough, Six
• Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Lively upon introduction and set up Kane’s second via an excellent ball into the area, Seven
• Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established already, 6/10
• Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, Six