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Throughout a commanding display, the English national team secured another victory versus their opponents, featuring a number of squad members producing standout displays during the match.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Had little to do to make before the break before forced to intervene from Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. His sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker demonstrated excellent anticipation. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested against Albania’s biggest threat through Hoxha. Operated more centrally early on then shifted wider once a teammate was introduced. 7/10

The defender Moved forward when in possession, something he's known for previously. Sometimes lacked urgency in possession with the approach was shelved by the interval. Six

Dan Burn Always dangerous from dead balls, typically, perhaps is an alternative for his teammate in defense as opposed to alongside him. One wayward distribution later in the match almost led to the first goal from Albania. 6

The young full-back A further confident performance from the youngster following his debut against Serbia. Saka failed to make full advantage of a gorgeous touch behind their defense. The role is firmly his already. 7/10

Adam Wharton His first start for his country. A bit loose when playing out but his whipped set-pieces were a threat. A useful game manager for the boss to utilize versus sides that sit back. Booked after a reckless foul. 6

Declan Rice Set-pieces from corners and free kicks created chances. Had room to roam on the left only to be in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Given a well-earned substitution on the hour mark. 6/10

The star midfielder Operated in a forward position on the right and also did plenty of dirty work. Displayed flashes of quality and mishit an attempt wide. Withdrawn late on by a teammate, his competition, following a yellow card. Seven

The winger Was presented with the team's top opening in the opening period, his shot excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. As Quansah holding position, it fell to him to provide width out wide but his crosses into the box were hit and miss. Taken off with 15 to go. 6/10

The captain The match-winner netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals at international level. The first a trademark close-range tap-in while the second an excellent headed goal following a clever run from his marker. Now 32, he’s only getting better with the national team stand a real opportunity next summer with him up top. 8/10

The attacker Struggled to influence play on the left flank. Was presented with a decent opportunity following a pass by the midfielder but Strakosha kept it out. Rashford made much more of influence in his place. Five

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing Rice 63) Appeared sharp and combined seamlessly with Kane in a preferred position, Six
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert although his set-piece created the breakthrough, Six
• Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Active after coming on assisting the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery into the area, Seven
• Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, 6
• Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Not enough time to influence the game, Six