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During a commanding display, England clinched one more win against their opponents, featuring multiple squad members turning in memorable displays throughout the game.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Not a save to perform in the first half until called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. A sliding intervention on Qazim Laci demonstrated his game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Examined by the opposition's primary attacker in their forward. Started more centrally to begin with later drifted wider once a teammate was introduced. 7/10

The defender Moved forward when in possession, as he has done in the past. Sometimes was too casual in possession with the approach discontinued by the interval. 6

The tall defender A nuisance at set pieces, as always, but may be an alternative to Stones at the back as opposed to his partner. A loose distribution later in the match almost led to a goal for Albania. 6/10

The young full-back A further confident showing by the 20-year-old following his initial appearance versus Serbia. Saka failed to make full advantage of a gorgeous flick over the Albania defence. His position looks secure so soon. 7

Adam Wharton His first start for his country. Slightly careless when playing out but his whipped corners caused problems. A useful tempo-setter for the boss to call upon against defensive opponents. Booked for a rash challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Set-pieces from corners and set-plays created chances. Had license to move down the left flank but was in an offside position as the pass came with a chance to score. Awarded a well-earned rest after an hour. 6

The star midfielder Played in a high spot out wide and put in dirty work. Displayed moments of class and scuffed an effort wide. Replaced towards the end by a teammate, his rival, after being booked. Seven

The winger Was presented with England’s best chance of the first half, his shot smartly stopped by the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate hanging back, he had to stretch the play out wide yet his deliveries into the box varied in quality. Taken off late in the match. 6/10

The captain The match-winner scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes for his country. The opener a typical poacher’s finish while the second a superb headed goal after peeling away from his marker. Aged 32, he’s only getting better and the side are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him up top. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a good opening following a pass from a teammate however the keeper denied him. His replacement had a greater influence after coming on. Five

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and linked up effectively with Kane in more familiar role, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece created the opener, Six
• Rashford (for the attacker 75) Lively after coming on and set up the second goal via an excellent ball into the area, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to affect things, 6