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During a impressive performance, the English national team secured one more victory against their opponents, featuring a number of players producing memorable performances on the pitch.

Starting XI

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to perform during the opening 45 before forced to intervene from an opponent's curled attempt. A sliding challenge against Qazim Laci highlighted sharp reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged against the opposition's biggest threat in their forward. Played through the middle early on but moved to the flank after Saka entered the fray. 7

The defender Pushed forward when in possession, a familiar role before. At times lacked urgency in possession with the experiment discontinued at half-time. 6/10

The tall defender Always dangerous from dead balls, typically, could serve as an alternative to his teammate in defense instead of paired with him. One wayward pass later in the match came close to an opener for Albania. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly One more composed showing by the 20-year-old after his first cap against Serbia. Saka was unable to take the opportunity from a clever touch behind the Albania defence. The role is his to lose at this stage. 7/10

The newcomer His first start for his country. Slightly careless when playing out but his dangerous corners caused problems. An effective game manager available to the manager to utilize against defensive opponents. Cautioned after a reckless tackle. Six

Declan Rice Deliveries from dead balls and set-plays were dangerous. Was given freedom to move down the left flank only to be offside upon receiving in shooting positions. Awarded a deserved break around the 60-minute point. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in an advanced position down the right while also did plenty of dirty work. Showed flashes of quality but scuffed an attempt high. Withdrawn late on for Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s top opening in the opening period, his strike excellently kept out from Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah hanging back, he was forced to provide width on the right but his crosses from wide areas varied in quality. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. Six

The captain The difference-maker scoring two more strikes in an England shirt. The opener a classic close-range tap-in while the second an excellent finish with his head after peeling away from his marker. Now 32, he continues to improve with the national team have every chance in future competitions with him leading the line. Eight

The attacker Found it tough to get into the game from the left. Was presented with a presentable chance following a pass by the midfielder but Strakosha made the save. Rashford had a greater effect after coming on. 5/10

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (for Rice 63) Looked lively and combined effectively with Kane in more familiar role, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze 63) Failed to convert yet his delivery provided the breakthrough, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen 75) Active when brought on and provided Kane’s second via an excellent ball to the back post, 7
• Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled at this level, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, 6