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In a impressive display, the English national team secured a further triumph versus Albania, featuring a number of squad members delivering memorable performances during the match.

First-choice XI

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to perform in the first half but then called into action by an opponent's bent shot. A sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker demonstrated sharp game intelligence. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined against the opposition's biggest threat in their forward. Started through the middle early on but moved wider after a teammate entered the fray. 7/10

The defender Moved up the pitch with the ball at his feet, something he's known for before. On occasion was too casual in possession and the approach discontinued at half-time. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat from dead balls, typically, but may be another option to Stones in the backline instead of alongside him. A careless ball later in the match came close to the first goal from the visitors. Six

The young full-back Another assured showing by the 20-year-old after his first cap against Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on full advantage of a gorgeous touch behind the Albania defence. The left-back spot looks secure so soon. Seven

The newcomer His maiden beginning in an England shirt. Somewhat loose when playing out however his whipped corners posed a danger. A useful pace-controller available to the boss to utilize versus defensive opponents. Booked after a reckless challenge. 6

Declan Rice Set-pieces from dead balls and free-kicks were dangerous. Was given license to drift on the left yet found himself offside when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Given a deserved substitution around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Functioned in an advanced position out wide while also put in dirty work. Demonstrated flashes of quality and dragged an effort high. Replaced towards the end by Rogers, a fellow player, after being booked. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s best chance of the first half, his shot excellently kept out by Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to stretch the play down the right side but his crosses from the touchline were hit and miss. Substituted late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes for his country. The first a trademark close-range tap-in while the second a superb finish with his head after peeling away away from the opposition. Aged 32, his form is unwavering and the side stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him up top. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play from the left. Was presented with a good opening following a pass from a teammate however the keeper denied him. His replacement produced a bigger an impact in his place. 5/10

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright and linked up well with Kane in a natural spot, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze 63) Spurned chances yet his delivery provided the opener, 6
• Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Energetic when brought on and set up the captain's brace with superb cross into the area, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Looks established at this level, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, Six