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In a impressive display, England secured another victory against their opponents, with several squad members delivering standout performances throughout the game.

Starting Eleven

Dean Henderson Had little to do to make in the first half before tested from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker highlighted his anticipation. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Examined by the opposition's biggest threat in Hoxha. Operated more centrally initially later drifted to the flank after a teammate came on. Seven

The defender Advanced up the pitch on the ball, a familiar role previously. On occasion lacked urgency on the ball and the experiment abandoned at half-time. Six

Dan Burn A constant threat from dead balls, per usual, could serve as an alternative for his teammate at the back as opposed to alongside him. A careless pass in the second half came close to an opener for the visitors. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly Another composed display from the 20-year-old following his debut against Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on the most of a gorgeous backheel over the Albania defence. His position is his to lose at this stage. 7/10

Adam Wharton A debut start with the national team. Slightly sloppy in possession though his whipped corners posed a danger. An effective tempo-setter for the coach to have versus teams who drop deep. Booked for a poorly timed challenge. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses from corners and free kicks created chances. Had license to roam down the left flank but was in an offside position as the pass came in shooting positions. Awarded a well-earned substitution around the 60-minute point. 6

The star midfielder Played in an advanced position on the right and did plenty of dirty work. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and mishit a shot wide. Substituted late on for a teammate, his rival, after being booked. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s best chance in the opening period, his effort well saved from Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate staying deep, he had to provide width out wide but his crosses into the box were inconsistent. Substituted with 15 to go. 6

Harry Kane The match-winner with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals in an England shirt. His first a typical close-range tap-in and the second an excellent header having drifted away off his defender. At 32, he’s only getting better with the national team are strong contenders in future competitions when he's in the team. Eight

The attacker Struggled to influence play on the left flank. Was presented with a presentable chance after being played in by the midfielder yet the keeper made the save. His replacement produced a bigger an impact in his place. Five

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting well with the striker in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze 63) Failed to convert yet his delivery created the first goal, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Energetic when brought on assisting the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Looks established so soon, Six
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, 6