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In a impressive showing, the English national team secured another win against Albania, featuring a number of players turning in notable displays on the pitch.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to make in the first half but then forced to intervene from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding intervention on Qazim Laci showed excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged by Albania’s biggest threat through their forward. Played through the middle to begin with then shifted to the flank after Saka entered the fray. Seven

The defender Advanced into midfield with the ball at his feet, a familiar role previously. Sometimes was too casual when carrying play and the approach discontinued by the interval. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat at set pieces, per usual, perhaps is an alternative to Stones in the backline rather than alongside him. A loose ball after the break nearly resulted in a goal from Albania. Six

Nico O’Reilly Another confident display from the 20-year-old following his initial appearance against Serbia. A teammate was unable to take the most of a gorgeous backheel over the opposing backline. The role is his to lose so soon. 7/10

The newcomer His first start with the national team. A bit loose in possession but his dangerous deliveries posed a danger. A useful tempo-setter for the coach to utilize against sides that sit back. Booked for a poorly timed challenge. 6

The midfielder Set-pieces on corner kicks and set-plays caused problems. Enjoyed freedom to move in left midfield yet found himself in an offside position when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Awarded a well-earned substitution after an hour. 6/10

The star midfielder Operated in a high position down the right while also contributed with the hard yards. Displayed moments of class but mishit an effort over. Withdrawn in the closing stages for Rogers, his rival, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s top opening in the opening period, his effort smartly stopped from Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah holding position, he had to stretch the play on the right yet his deliveries into the box varied in quality. Replaced late in the match. 6

Harry Kane The match-winner scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes at international level. The first a trademark close-range tap-in while the second a superb headed goal following a clever run from his marker. At 32, his form is unwavering with the national team are strong contenders next summer when he's in the team. 8/10

The attacker Found it tough to influence play on the left flank. Was presented with a good opening following a pass by Bellingham however Strakosha made the save. Rashford had a greater influence when substituted. Five

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright and linked up well with the striker in a natural spot, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances yet his delivery led to the first goal, Six
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Active upon introduction assisting the captain's brace with superb cross into the area, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Seems settled at this level, Six
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, Six