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Throughout a impressive showing, England secured one more victory versus their opponents, with several squad members delivering standout displays on the pitch.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Had little to do to perform in the first half until called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding challenge on Qazim Laci highlighted excellent reading of the game. 6/10

The debutant Examined against Albania’s biggest threat in their forward. Played through the middle early on later drifted to the flank once Saka was introduced. 7

The defender Pushed up the pitch when in possession, something he's known for previously. Sometimes was too casual in possession with the tactic discontinued at half-time. 6

The tall defender Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, per usual, perhaps is another option for his teammate in the backline rather than his partner. A careless pass later in the match almost led to an opener for the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly Another assured showing from the youngster after his first cap against another side. Saka failed to make the most of an exquisite backheel over the Albania defence. The role is his to lose so soon. Seven

The newcomer His maiden beginning with the national team. Somewhat loose in possession however his whipped corners were a threat. A useful pace-controller available to the coach to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Booked for a poorly timed tackle. 6/10

The midfielder Deliveries on corner kicks and free-kicks caused problems. Had license to drift in left midfield yet found himself in an offside position when the ball arrived in front of goal. Granted a well-earned substitution after an hour. 6/10

The star midfielder Functioned in a high role down the right and also contributed with the hard yards. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and scuffed a shot over. Substituted towards the end for a teammate, his rival, following a yellow card. Seven

The winger Had the team's best chance in the opening period, his shot excellently kept out by the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah staying deep, it fell to him to stretch the play on the right although his balls into the box were hit and miss. Taken off late in the match. 6/10

The captain The match-winner with his 77th and 78th strikes for his country. The first a typical poacher’s finish and the second a classy header following a clever run from his marker. Now 32, his form is unwavering and England are strong contenders in future competitions when he's in the team. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to influence play from the left. Had a good opening after being played in by the midfielder but Strakosha made the save. Rashford made much more of influence after coming on. 5

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting well with the striker in a preferred position, 6/10
• Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert although his set-piece created the first goal, 6
• Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Energetic when brought on and provided Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, 6/10
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to affect things, 6