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During a impressive showing, England clinched a further triumph against their opponents, featuring several squad members turning in notable displays on the pitch.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Not a save required during the opening 45 before called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. His sliding tackle on Qazim Laci highlighted excellent game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged by Albania’s main danger through Hoxha. Started in a central role to begin with then shifted out wide once Saka entered the fray. Seven

The defender Moved forward with the ball at his feet, a familiar role previously. At times seemed hesitant on the ball and the approach discontinued at half-time. 6

The tall defender Always dangerous at set pieces, typically, perhaps is a replacement for his teammate in the backline as opposed to paired with him. A loose ball later in the match almost led to the first goal for Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly One more assured display from the 20-year-old following his first cap versus another side. A teammate was unable to take the most of a gorgeous backheel over the opposing backline. The role is firmly his already. 7/10

Adam Wharton A debut start in an England shirt. Somewhat sloppy in possession however his dangerous set-pieces caused problems. A useful game manager for the manager to utilize versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a poorly timed tackle. 6

Declan Rice Set-pieces from dead balls and free-kicks created chances. Was given room to drift in left midfield yet found himself offside when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Given a well-earned rest after an hour. Six

The star midfielder Played in an advanced spot out wide and contributed with the hard yards. Showed moments of class but mishit a shot wide. Replaced in the closing stages for a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. Seven

The winger Was presented with England’s best chance in the opening period, his effort well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. With Quansah staying deep, it fell to him to provide width down the right side but his crosses from wide areas were hit and miss. Substituted late in the match. 6

The captain The decisive figure netting two more goals in an England shirt. The opener a classic poacher’s finish and the second an excellent headed goal after peeling away from his marker. At 32, he’s only getting better and England have every chance in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to make an impact from the left. Had a decent opportunity after being played in from a teammate yet the keeper kept it out. His replacement made much more of an impact after coming on. 5

Replacements

• Phil Foden (for a teammate 63) Was bright and combined effectively with Kane in a preferred position, Six
• Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities although his set-piece provided the opener, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Active after coming on and set up the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Seems settled at this level, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to make an impact, 6/10