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Throughout a commanding display, the English national team clinched one more win against Albania, featuring a number of squad members delivering standout displays during the match.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Not a save required during the opening 45 until called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. A sliding intervention against Qazim Laci highlighted excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested by the opposition's main danger through their forward. Operated through the middle to begin with then shifted to the flank after a teammate came on. 7

The defender Advanced forward on the ball, a familiar role previously. At times seemed hesitant in possession and the approach was shelved by the interval. 6/10

The tall defender A nuisance at set pieces, as always, but may be a replacement for his teammate in the backline as opposed to alongside him. One wayward pass in the second half almost led to an opener from the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back A further confident display by the youngster following his debut against Serbia. A teammate was unable to take full advantage of a clever touch over their defense. His position is his to lose at this stage. Seven

Adam Wharton A debut start with the national team. Slightly sloppy on the ball but his whipped corners were a threat. A useful pace-controller for the coach to utilize versus defensive opponents. Cautioned after a reckless challenge. Six

The midfielder Set-pieces from dead balls and set-plays were dangerous. Was given license to move on the left yet found himself in an offside position upon receiving in front of goal. Granted a deserved break around the 60-minute point. 6

The star midfielder Operated in an advanced role out wide while also put in defensive duties. Displayed flashes of quality and dragged an attempt wide. Replaced late on for a teammate, his rival, following a yellow card. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity of the first half, his shot well saved by the Albanian keeper. As a teammate hanging back, he was forced to offer an outlet on the right yet his deliveries from the touchline were inconsistent. Substituted with 15 to go. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes for his country. The first a trademark close-range tap-in and the second a classy finish with his head after peeling away from his marker. Aged 32, he continues to improve with the national team are strong contenders in future competitions with him up top. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up by the midfielder but Strakosha kept it out. His replacement had a greater an impact after coming on. Five

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright and linked up effectively with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Saka (for the winger 63) Missed opportunities but his corner led to the opener, Six
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Lively upon introduction and set up the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the back post, Seven
• Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Looks established so soon, Six
• Rogers (replacing the star 84) Not enough time to affect things, Six