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Throughout a dominant showing, the English national team clinched a further victory versus Albania, with a number of players turning in standout displays on the pitch.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Had little to do to perform before the break until tested by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. A sliding tackle against Qazim Laci demonstrated sharp reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged by Albania’s primary attacker through their forward. Operated more centrally early on later drifted to the flank after Saka was introduced. 7

The defender Advanced up the pitch on the ball, a familiar role previously. At times seemed hesitant on the ball with the experiment was shelved by the interval. Six

Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, typically, but may be another option for his teammate at the back rather than paired with him. A careless pass in the second half almost led to the first goal for Albania. Six

The young full-back One more composed display from the rising star following his initial appearance versus another side. A teammate did not capitalize on the opportunity from a gorgeous backheel behind the opposing backline. The left-back spot looks secure at this stage. Seven

Adam Wharton A debut start in an England shirt. A bit loose when playing out however his dangerous set-pieces posed a danger. A useful pace-controller available to the coach to call upon against defensive opponents. Shown a yellow for a rash tackle. 6/10

Declan Rice Deliveries on corner kicks and free-kicks were dangerous. Was given license to move on the left yet found himself offside when the ball arrived in front of goal. Granted a well-earned break after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Operated in an advanced role out wide and did plenty of dirty work. Demonstrated moments of class but scuffed a shot high. Substituted towards the end for Rogers, his competition, after being booked. 7/10

The winger Had the team's top opening in the opening period, his strike smartly stopped from the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah holding position, it fell to him to offer an outlet on the right although his balls into the box were hit and miss. Substituted with 15 to go. 6

Harry Kane The decisive figure netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes for his country. The first a typical close-range tap-in and the second an excellent finish with his head after peeling away from his marker. Aged 32, he’s only getting better and the side have every chance next summer with him leading the line. 8

The attacker Found it tough to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a good opening following a pass from a teammate however the keeper denied him. His replacement made much more of influence when substituted. Five

Replacements

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp connecting seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze 63) Spurned chances although his set-piece provided the opener, Six
• Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Energetic after coming on and provided the second goal with superb cross into the area, Seven
• Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable so soon, 6/10
• Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to affect things, 6/10