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During a dominant performance, England secured a further victory against Albania, with a number of players producing notable performances during the match.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested required before the break but then tested from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker demonstrated his game intelligence. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested by the opposition's main danger through Hoxha. Started more centrally early on later drifted wider once a teammate came on. 7

The defender Advanced up the pitch with the ball at his feet, something he's known for previously. Sometimes seemed hesitant in possession with the tactic abandoned after the break. 6

Dan Burn A nuisance from dead balls, per usual, perhaps is an alternative for his teammate in the backline as opposed to paired with him. One wayward ball in the second half nearly resulted in the first goal from the visitors. Six

The young full-back One more assured display by the 20-year-old following his debut versus another side. Saka did not capitalize on the most of a clever flick over the Albania defence. The left-back spot is his to lose at this stage. Seven

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly sloppy on the ball but his inswinging deliveries caused problems. A useful game manager for the manager to utilize versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a rash foul. 6

Declan Rice Deliveries on corner kicks and free-kicks were dangerous. Was given room to drift in left midfield only to be offside when the ball arrived in front of goal. Granted a merited rest on the hour mark. Six

Jude Bellingham Operated in a high position down the right and put in dirty work. Demonstrated flashes of quality and dragged an effort wide. Substituted late on for Rogers, his competition, after being booked. Seven

The winger Was presented with England’s best chance before halftime, his effort smartly stopped by the Albanian keeper. With Quansah hanging back, he was forced to offer an outlet on the right but his crosses from the touchline were inconsistent. Replaced with 15 to go. 6/10

Harry Kane The difference-maker netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals in an England shirt. The first a trademark close-range tap-in and his next an excellent header following a clever run from his marker. At 32, he’s only getting better with the national team have every chance in future competitions when he's in the team. 8/10

The attacker Found it tough to influence play on the left flank. Had a good opening after being played in by Bellingham however Strakosha made the save. His replacement produced a bigger an impact after coming on. 5

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (for Rice 63) Was bright and combined effectively with Kane in a natural spot, 6/10
• Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances but his corner led to the breakthrough, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker 75) Active upon introduction assisting the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Looks established already, 6
• Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Not enough time to influence the game, Six