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In a dominant showing, England clinched one more win versus Albania, with multiple squad members turning in memorable displays during the match.

Starting Eleven

Dean Henderson Not a save to perform before the break before tested by an opponent's curled attempt. One well-timed sliding challenge on Qazim Laci showed his reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged against the opposition's main danger in Hoxha. Started in a central role early on then shifted to the flank once Saka was introduced. 7/10

The defender Pushed into midfield when in possession, as he has done previously. On occasion seemed hesitant in possession with the experiment abandoned by the interval. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat from dead balls, typically, could serve as another option for Stones at the back as opposed to alongside him. One wayward ball after the break nearly resulted in an opener from the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back A further assured showing by the 20-year-old following his first cap against another side. A teammate was unable to take the opportunity from a gorgeous touch over the Albania defence. The role is firmly his already. 7

The newcomer His maiden beginning with the national team. A bit loose in possession though his dangerous deliveries caused problems. A useful game manager for the boss to call upon against defensive opponents. Shown a yellow for a rash challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Crosses from corners and set-plays were dangerous. Was given room to roam down the left flank only to be in an offside position when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Granted a merited break on the hour mark. 6/10

The star midfielder Played in a forward position out wide and contributed with dirty work. Displayed flashes of quality and scuffed an effort wide. Replaced towards the end for a teammate, his rival, after receiving a caution. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's best chance of the first half, his shot excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. With Quansah holding position, it fell to him to provide width out wide yet his deliveries from the touchline varied in quality. Substituted with 15 to go. 6/10

The captain The match-winner netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes in an England shirt. The opener a trademark close-range tap-in while the second a classy finish with his head after peeling away off his defender. Aged 32, his form is unwavering with the national team are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. Eight

Eberechi Eze Struggled to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a good opening following a pass by the midfielder however the keeper denied him. His replacement produced a bigger influence after coming on. 5

Substitutes

• Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright connecting effectively with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities yet his delivery created the breakthrough, 6
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Energetic when brought on and provided the captain's brace with superb cross to the far post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, Six
• Morgan Rogers (for the star 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10