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During a commanding showing, England wrapped up another win versus their opponents, with multiple players producing notable displays during the match.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make during the opening 45 but then tested from Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. One well-timed sliding challenge against Qazim Laci showed excellent game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested against Albania’s main danger through their forward. Operated through the middle early on later drifted to the flank once Saka entered the fray. 7/10

The defender Pushed forward on the ball, as he has done before. At times lacked urgency on the ball and the approach was shelved after the break. Six

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, typically, but may be another option to his teammate at the back rather than alongside him. A careless ball later in the match came close to a goal for Albania. Six

Nico O’Reilly A further confident display by the rising star after his initial appearance versus another side. Saka did not capitalize on the opportunity from a gorgeous touch behind the opposing backline. The left-back spot is his to lose so soon. 7/10

Adam Wharton A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly careless on the ball though his whipped deliveries caused problems. A useful game manager for the boss to have versus defensive opponents. Booked for a poorly timed foul. Six

Declan Rice Crosses on corner kicks and free kicks caused problems. Enjoyed room to move on the left but was offside as the pass came in front of goal. Awarded a well-earned break around the 60-minute point. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a forward spot on the right and also contributed with defensive duties. Displayed flashes of quality and dragged an effort wide. Replaced in the closing stages for Rogers, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's best chance before halftime, his effort smartly stopped by the opposing goalkeeper. With Quansah staying deep, he had to offer an outlet on the right but his crosses into the box were inconsistent. Replaced late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The decisive figure scoring 77th and 78th goals for his country. The first a typical close-range tap-in and his next a superb headed goal following a clever run from his marker. Now 32, he’s only getting better and the side are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him up top. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game from the left. Was presented with a decent opportunity after being played in by Bellingham however Strakosha denied him. His replacement produced a bigger an impact in his place. 5/10

Replacements

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright and combined well with the striker in a preferred position, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities yet his delivery created the first goal, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Lively after coming on assisting Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the back post, Seven
• Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, Six
• Rogers (replacing the star 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6