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Throughout a dominant performance, the English national team wrapped up one more victory against their opponents, featuring a number of squad members turning in standout performances throughout the game.

First-choice XI

Dean Henderson Not a save required before the break until forced to intervene from an opponent's curled attempt. His sliding tackle against Qazim Laci highlighted excellent anticipation. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Examined by Albania’s main danger in their forward. Played in a central role to begin with later drifted wider once Saka was introduced. Seven

John Stones Pushed into midfield when in possession, a familiar role in the past. On occasion was too casual when carrying play with the tactic was shelved by the interval. 6/10

Dan Burn A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, typically, could serve as a replacement to Stones at the back rather than alongside him. One wayward pass after the break nearly resulted in the first goal for the visitors. Six

The young full-back Another composed display by the rising star following his initial appearance against another side. A teammate was unable to take the most of a gorgeous touch behind the Albania defence. The left-back spot is his to lose already. 7/10

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. Somewhat loose on the ball however his inswinging deliveries caused problems. A useful tempo-setter for the coach to have versus defensive opponents. Cautioned after a reckless challenge. Six

Declan Rice Deliveries from corners and free-kicks created chances. Had freedom to roam in left midfield but was offside upon receiving with a chance to score. Given a merited substitution around the 60-minute point. 6

Jude Bellingham Played in an advanced spot on the right and contributed with dirty work. Showed glimpses of brilliance and dragged a shot wide. Substituted in the closing stages by Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. 7/10

The winger Had England’s best chance in the opening period, his strike smartly stopped by the Albanian keeper. As Quansah holding position, it fell to him to stretch the play down the right side but his crosses into the box varied in quality. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

Harry Kane The decisive figure netting 77th and 78th goals for his country. The first a trademark poacher’s finish while the second a classy headed goal following a clever run from his marker. Aged 32, he continues to improve with the national team are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Struggled to make an impact out wide. Was presented with a presentable chance following a pass by Bellingham yet Strakosha made the save. His replacement had a greater an impact after coming on. 5

Bench Players

• Foden (for Rice 63) Was bright connecting seamlessly with Kane in a preferred position, 6/10
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert yet his delivery provided the opener, Six
• Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Active after coming on and set up the second goal with superb cross to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established already, 6
• Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, Six