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In a impressive display, England secured a further triumph versus their opponents, with a number of players delivering memorable displays throughout the game.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Not a save required in the first half until called into action from an opponent's bent shot. One well-timed sliding intervention on an Albanian attacker highlighted excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested by Albania’s primary attacker in their forward. Started through the middle initially then shifted to the flank after Saka came on. 7/10

The defender Pushed into midfield when in possession, something he's known for in the past. Sometimes seemed hesitant in possession and the tactic discontinued after the break. 6/10

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, typically, perhaps is another option for Stones in defense rather than his partner. A careless pass after the break nearly resulted in the first goal for Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly One more assured display from the 20-year-old following his initial appearance versus Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on the most of an exquisite flick over their defense. His position looks secure already. 7/10

Adam Wharton His first start for his country. Somewhat loose in possession however his whipped set-pieces were a threat. An effective game manager for the coach to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a rash challenge. 6

The midfielder Deliveries from corners and free-kicks were dangerous. Had room to move down the left flank only to be in an offside position when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Awarded a well-earned break on the hour mark. 6

Jude Bellingham Played in a high role down the right while also did plenty of dirty work. Displayed moments of class but scuffed an attempt over. Withdrawn late on for a teammate, his competition, after being booked. Seven

The winger Was presented with England’s best chance before halftime, his strike well saved by the opposing goalkeeper. As a teammate hanging back, he was forced to stretch the play on the right although his balls from the touchline were hit and miss. Taken off late in the match. Six

The captain The decisive figure scoring 77th and 78th finishes in an England shirt. The first a classic opportunist's goal and his next a classy headed goal after peeling away from his marker. Aged 32, he continues to improve and the side are strong contenders next summer with him leading the line. 8/10

The attacker Found it tough to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a presentable chance after being played in by the midfielder yet Strakosha denied him. Rashford made much more of an impact in his place. 5/10

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting seamlessly with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Spurned chances yet his delivery led to the first goal, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Active upon introduction assisting Kane’s second with superb cross to the far post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable at this level, 6/10
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to make an impact, Six