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In a dominant showing, England secured another triumph against Albania, featuring multiple players turning in standout displays during the match.

Starting Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to perform in the first half before tested by an opponent's bent shot. A sliding challenge on an Albanian attacker demonstrated excellent reading of the game. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Examined by the opposition's main danger in Hoxha. Played in a central role initially but moved to the flank once Saka came on. 7/10

John Stones Advanced forward when in possession, a familiar role previously. At times seemed hesitant in possession and the tactic was shelved at half-time. Six

Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, as always, but may be an alternative for his teammate at the back as opposed to paired with him. A careless pass in the second half came close to a goal for the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly One more composed display by the youngster following his debut versus Serbia. A teammate was unable to take the most of a clever flick over the opposing backline. The role looks secure at this stage. Seven

Adam Wharton A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly sloppy in possession however his inswinging corners were a threat. A useful tempo-setter available to the coach to have versus sides that sit back. Cautioned after a reckless tackle. 6

The midfielder Set-pieces from corners and set-plays caused problems. Had room to move in left midfield but was offside when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Granted a well-earned substitution around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Played in a high spot on the right and also contributed with dirty work. Showed glimpses of brilliance but dragged an attempt high. Withdrawn late on by Rogers, his competition, after being booked. 7

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's best chance before halftime, his effort excellently kept out by Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah hanging back, he had to stretch the play down the right side yet his deliveries from the touchline were inconsistent. Replaced late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker netting 77th and 78th goals at international level. His first a classic close-range tap-in while the second an excellent headed goal following a clever run off his defender. Aged 32, he’s only getting better with the national team are strong contenders next summer with him leading the line. Eight

Eberechi Eze Struggled to influence play out wide. Was presented with a good opening when set up by the midfielder but Strakosha made the save. Rashford had a greater effect in his place. Five

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (for Rice 63) Looked lively and combined seamlessly with the striker in a preferred position, Six
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities but his corner provided the first goal, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Energetic upon introduction assisting Kane’s second via an excellent ball into the area, 7/10
• Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10