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During a commanding performance, the English national team wrapped up one more win versus Albania, with multiple squad members producing notable displays during the match.

First-choice XI

Dean Henderson Had little to do to make before the break but then tested by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding intervention on Qazim Laci showed excellent game intelligence. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined against the opposition's biggest threat in Hoxha. Started more centrally early on then shifted out wide after Saka came on. 7/10

The defender Advanced up the pitch when in possession, as he has done before. At times seemed hesitant when carrying play with the tactic discontinued at half-time. 6/10

The tall defender Always dangerous from dead balls, as always, perhaps is an alternative for Stones in defense as opposed to paired with him. A loose ball in the second half nearly resulted in the first goal from the visitors. Six

The young full-back One more composed showing from the youngster following his first cap against another side. A teammate failed to make full advantage of an exquisite touch behind the opposing backline. The left-back spot looks secure at this stage. Seven

Adam Wharton A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly loose in possession however his inswinging deliveries caused problems. A useful tempo-setter available to the boss to call upon versus sides that sit back. Shown a yellow for a poorly timed challenge. 6

Declan Rice Crosses from corners and free kicks created chances. Was given room to roam down the left flank but was in an offside position as the pass came with a chance to score. Given a merited rest around the 60-minute point. Six

The star midfielder Played in a high role on the right while also did plenty of dirty work. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance but dragged a shot over. Withdrawn late on for Rogers, his rival, after receiving a caution. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s top opening before halftime, his effort smartly stopped by the opposing goalkeeper. With Quansah hanging back, he was forced to stretch the play out wide but his crosses from wide areas were inconsistent. Taken off with 15 to go. 6/10

Harry Kane The decisive figure scoring two more strikes at international level. The opener a classic opportunist's goal and his next an excellent headed goal after peeling away from his marker. Now 32, he continues to improve and the side have every chance in future competitions with him leading the line. 8

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to make an impact from the left. Had a good opening after being played in by Bellingham however the keeper kept it out. His replacement made much more of effect when substituted. 5/10

Replacements

• Foden (replacing Rice 63) Looked lively and combined seamlessly with Kane in a preferred position, Six
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert but his corner led to the breakthrough, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Energetic when brought on and set up Kane’s second with superb cross to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable already, 6
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, Six