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In a impressive performance, England clinched a further victory versus their opponents, with a number of players turning in standout displays during the match.

Starting XI

The goalkeeper Had little to do to make in the first half until forced to intervene by an opponent's bent shot. A sliding challenge on Qazim Laci demonstrated excellent game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested by Albania’s primary attacker in their forward. Played through the middle early on but moved wider after a teammate entered the fray. 7

The defender Pushed into midfield on the ball, something he's known for previously. Sometimes was too casual on the ball and the approach was shelved after the break. 6

The tall defender A nuisance from dead balls, as always, perhaps is a replacement for Stones in the backline rather than alongside him. A loose pass after the break almost led to the first goal from the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly One more assured performance by the rising star after his debut versus another side. Saka did not capitalize on full advantage of an exquisite touch over the Albania defence. The left-back spot looks secure at this stage. 7/10

The newcomer His first start for his country. A bit loose on the ball but his whipped set-pieces were a threat. An effective game manager for the boss to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Booked for a poorly timed foul. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces from dead balls and free kicks caused problems. Had license to roam down the left flank yet found himself in an offside position upon receiving in front of goal. Awarded a deserved substitution around the 60-minute point. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Played in a high role on the right while also did plenty of the hard yards. Showed glimpses of brilliance and dragged an attempt over. Substituted in the closing stages for Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. Seven

The winger Was presented with England’s best chance before halftime, his effort smartly stopped from the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate staying deep, it fell to him to provide width on the right yet his deliveries into the box were hit and miss. Replaced late in the match. Six

The captain The match-winner scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals for his country. The opener a trademark poacher’s finish while the second an excellent headed goal after peeling away away from the opposition. Aged 32, he’s only getting better with the national team are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. Eight

The attacker Had difficulty to influence play on the left flank. Had a good opening after being played in by Bellingham yet the keeper denied him. Rashford produced a bigger influence after coming on. 5/10

Replacements

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright connecting seamlessly with Kane in a preferred position, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities yet his delivery led to the first goal, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Energetic after coming on and set up Kane’s second via an excellent ball to the back post, Seven
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Seems settled already, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6