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In a impressive display, the English national team clinched a further victory versus Albania, featuring multiple players producing memorable displays on the pitch.

Starting XI

The goalkeeper Had little to do to perform in the first half but then tested by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. A sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker showed sharp reading of the game. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged by the opposition's primary attacker in Hoxha. Played through the middle to begin with but moved to the flank after a teammate was introduced. 7/10

The defender Pushed up the pitch on the ball, something he's known for before. On occasion was too casual in possession with the approach abandoned at half-time. 6/10

Dan Burn A constant threat at set pieces, typically, perhaps is another option to his teammate in the backline rather than paired with him. A careless distribution after the break came close to a goal for the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly A further assured showing from the youngster after his first cap against another side. A teammate did not capitalize on the opportunity from an exquisite touch over their defense. The role looks secure at this stage. 7

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. A bit sloppy on the ball but his inswinging corners caused problems. A useful tempo-setter available to the manager to have against teams who drop deep. Shown a yellow for a rash tackle. 6

Declan Rice Crosses from dead balls and free kicks were dangerous. Had freedom to drift in left midfield only to be in an offside position as the pass came in shooting positions. Granted a deserved break after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in an advanced role out wide and also did plenty of defensive duties. Displayed moments of class but mishit an effort high. Replaced late on for a teammate, his rival, after being booked. Seven

The winger Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity before halftime, his shot smartly stopped from the Albanian keeper. As a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to provide width out wide but his crosses from wide areas varied in quality. Replaced late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The match-winner with his two more strikes at international level. The opener a classic opportunist's goal and his next a superb headed goal following a clever run from his marker. Now 32, he continues to improve with the national team have every chance in future competitions with him leading the line. 8/10

The attacker Found it tough to get into the game from the left. Had a decent opportunity when set up from a teammate however the keeper denied him. Rashford made much more of an impact in his place. 5

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice 63) Appeared sharp and linked up effectively with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances but his corner created the breakthrough, Six
• Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Energetic after coming on and provided the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the back post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable at this level, 6/10
• Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, 6/10