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In a impressive display, the English national team secured one more win versus their opponents, with a number of players producing memorable performances during the match.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Had little to do required in the first half before forced to intervene from an opponent's curled attempt. His sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker showed sharp anticipation. 6/10

The debutant Challenged by Albania’s main danger in their forward. Operated more centrally initially but moved to the flank after a teammate came on. 7/10

The defender Advanced into midfield on the ball, as he has done previously. At times seemed hesitant in possession and the experiment was shelved after the break. Six

Dan Burn Always dangerous at set pieces, typically, could serve as a replacement to his teammate in defense instead of paired with him. A careless distribution in the second half almost led to an opener for Albania. 6

The young full-back Another composed display by the 20-year-old following his first cap versus another side. Saka did not capitalize on full advantage of a gorgeous flick over their defense. His position is firmly his at this stage. 7/10

The newcomer His first start in an England shirt. Somewhat sloppy when playing out but his inswinging deliveries caused problems. A useful tempo-setter for the manager to call upon versus defensive opponents. Booked after a reckless foul. 6/10

The midfielder Set-pieces on corner kicks and free kicks were dangerous. Had room to drift on the left yet found himself offside when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Awarded a deserved substitution after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in an advanced role out wide and also put in dirty work. Demonstrated moments of class but mishit a shot wide. Withdrawn late on by Rogers, a fellow player, after being booked. 7

The winger Was presented with the team's best chance in the opening period, his effort well saved by the opposing goalkeeper. As a teammate staying deep, he had to stretch the play down the right side although his balls from wide areas were hit and miss. Taken off for the final quarter-hour. 6

The captain The decisive figure scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes for his country. His first a trademark close-range tap-in and his next an excellent header having drifted away from his marker. At 32, his form is unwavering and the side stand a real opportunity in future competitions with him leading the line. 8/10

The attacker Had difficulty to make an impact out wide. Had a presentable chance following a pass by the midfielder but Strakosha made the save. Rashford produced a bigger effect after coming on. 5

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice 63) Looked lively and combined seamlessly with Kane in a preferred position, 6
• Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece created the first goal, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Active when brought on assisting the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7
• Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Looks established so soon, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, Six