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During a impressive display, England clinched another triumph against their opponents, with a number of players turning in standout performances during the match.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested required before the break before called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding challenge on Qazim Laci highlighted sharp anticipation. 6/10

The debutant Tested against Albania’s primary attacker in Hoxha. Played more centrally early on later drifted to the flank after a teammate came on. Seven

John Stones Pushed forward with the ball at his feet, as he has done in the past. At times was too casual in possession with the approach discontinued by the interval. Six

Dan Burn Always dangerous at set pieces, per usual, perhaps is another option to his teammate in defense as opposed to alongside him. A loose ball after the break came close to a goal from Albania. Six

Nico O’Reilly Another composed performance from the rising star after his first cap versus another side. A teammate failed to make full advantage of a gorgeous flick over the Albania defence. The left-back spot looks secure so soon. 7

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning in an England shirt. Somewhat careless when playing out however his inswinging corners were a threat. A useful game manager for the coach to have against sides that sit back. Cautioned for a rash foul. 6

Declan Rice Set-pieces on corner kicks and set-plays created chances. Enjoyed freedom to roam down the left flank yet found himself offside upon receiving in shooting positions. Awarded a deserved substitution around the 60-minute point. Six

The star midfielder Operated in a forward role on the right while also put in dirty work. Showed glimpses of brilliance and dragged an attempt wide. Replaced in the closing stages for a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. Seven

The winger Had England’s top opening before halftime, his effort excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. As a teammate holding position, it fell to him to provide width on the right although his balls into the box were inconsistent. Taken off late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The decisive figure with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals at international level. The opener a typical close-range tap-in and his next a classy header after peeling away away from the opposition. Now 32, he continues to improve with the national team stand a real opportunity next summer when he's in the team. 8/10

The attacker Struggled to influence play on the left flank. Was presented with a decent opportunity following a pass by the midfielder but the keeper made the save. His replacement made much more of influence in his place. 5

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (for a teammate 63) Was bright connecting effectively with the striker in a preferred position, 6/10
• Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece provided the breakthrough, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen 75) Active upon introduction assisting Kane’s second via an excellent ball to the back post, 7
• Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, 6
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, 6/10