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Throughout a commanding showing, England secured one more triumph versus their opponents, featuring multiple players turning in standout displays on the pitch.

Starting XI

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to perform before the break but then called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. His sliding challenge on Qazim Laci demonstrated sharp reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested by the opposition's biggest threat through Hoxha. Played in a central role early on but moved to the flank after a teammate came on. 7/10

The defender Pushed into midfield with the ball at his feet, something he's known for in the past. At times was too casual in possession and the experiment was shelved by the interval. 6/10

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, as always, but may be an alternative for Stones in the backline as opposed to paired with him. A careless pass after the break almost led to the first goal for Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly A further assured display by the youngster following his debut versus Serbia. Saka failed to make the most of an exquisite backheel behind their defense. The left-back spot is firmly his so soon. 7

The newcomer His first start for his country. A bit sloppy on the ball though his dangerous corners caused problems. A useful pace-controller for the boss to utilize against teams who drop deep. Shown a yellow for a rash foul. Six

Declan Rice Crosses from corners and free-kicks created chances. Had room to roam in left midfield but was in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Given a merited substitution around the 60-minute point. Six

The star midfielder Operated in a forward position out wide and put in dirty work. Displayed flashes of quality and mishit an attempt high. Replaced towards the end for a teammate, his competition, following a yellow card. 7

The winger Was presented with England’s clearest opportunity before halftime, his strike well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. As a teammate staying deep, he had to stretch the play down the right side but his crosses 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 goals for his country. The opener a trademark poacher’s finish and his next a classy header having drifted away away from the opposition. Aged 32, he’s only getting better with the national team stand a real opportunity next summer when he's in the team. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game on the left flank. Had a presentable chance after being played in by the midfielder however Strakosha made the save. Rashford made much more of influence in his place. 5/10

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing Rice 63) Was bright and linked up seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert although his set-piece provided the opener, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Lively when brought on assisting Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the back post, Seven
• Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable at this level, Six
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10