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During a impressive display, the English national team clinched another win versus Albania, featuring multiple players producing memorable performances on the pitch.

Starting Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required before the break until forced to intervene by an opponent's curling effort. One well-timed sliding intervention against Qazim Laci showed sharp reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged by the opposition's main danger in Hoxha. Played through the middle early on later drifted out wide once Saka entered the fray. Seven

John Stones Pushed forward when in possession, something he's known for in the past. On occasion seemed hesitant when carrying play with the tactic abandoned after the break. 6/10

The tall defender A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, as always, perhaps is another option to his teammate in the backline as opposed to his partner. A careless distribution later in the match nearly resulted in the first goal from the visitors. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly One more confident performance from the rising star after his first cap versus another side. Saka did not capitalize on the opportunity from a clever touch behind the Albania defence. The role looks secure at this stage. 7/10

The newcomer His maiden beginning in an England shirt. Somewhat careless in possession however his dangerous set-pieces caused problems. A useful tempo-setter for the boss to call upon versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a rash challenge. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses from dead balls and free kicks were dangerous. Was given license to move down the left flank only to be offside as the pass came in front of goal. Given a merited substitution on the hour mark. 6/10

The star midfielder Played in an advanced role out wide while also put in defensive duties. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and mishit a shot over. Substituted in the closing stages for a teammate, his competition, after being booked. 7/10

The winger Had England’s top opening before halftime, his strike excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. As Quansah holding position, he was forced to offer an outlet out wide although his balls from the touchline varied in quality. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

The captain The difference-maker with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals in an England shirt. His first a typical poacher’s finish and the second an excellent finish with his head following a clever run from his marker. Aged 32, he continues to improve with the national team have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8

The attacker Struggled to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a decent opportunity when set up from a teammate however Strakosha made the save. His replacement made much more of effect in his place. Five

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Looked lively connecting well with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Failed to convert although his set-piece provided the first goal, Six
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Active after coming on and set up Kane’s second with superb cross to the back post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton 75) Looks established at this level, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing the star 84) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, 6