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During a commanding performance, the English national team secured another win against their opponents, featuring a number of squad members turning in standout displays during the match.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Had little to do to make before the break but then forced to intervene by an opponent's curling effort. A sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker showed his reading of the game. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged against the opposition's biggest threat through Hoxha. Operated in a central role early on but moved wider after a teammate came on. 7/10

John Stones Pushed up the pitch on the ball, something he's known for before. At times seemed hesitant on the ball with the tactic was shelved at half-time. Six

Dan Burn Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, per usual, perhaps is an alternative for Stones in defense as opposed to paired with him. A loose distribution after the break almost led to the first goal for the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly One more composed display from the youngster following his first cap against another side. Saka was unable to take full advantage of a gorgeous backheel behind the opposing backline. The left-back spot looks secure so soon. 7/10

The newcomer His maiden beginning for his country. A bit careless on the ball though his dangerous deliveries posed a danger. A handy game manager available to the manager to have versus defensive opponents. Booked after a reckless foul. 6/10

The midfielder Deliveries from corners and free kicks created chances. Enjoyed freedom to move on the left yet found himself offside as the pass came in front of goal. Granted a merited substitution around the 60-minute point. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Operated in an advanced position out wide and put in dirty work. Displayed moments of class but dragged an attempt high. Withdrawn towards the end for a teammate, his competition, following a yellow card. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's best chance before halftime, his shot well saved by the Albanian keeper. As Quansah staying deep, it fell to him to stretch the play down the right side although his balls from wide areas were inconsistent. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

Harry Kane The decisive figure with his 77th and 78th goals at international level. The opener a trademark opportunist's goal and his next a classy headed goal following a clever run from his marker. At 32, he continues to improve with the national team are strong contenders next summer with him leading the line. Eight

The attacker Struggled to get into the game from the left. Had a presentable chance when set up by Bellingham however the keeper kept it out. His replacement had a greater influence when substituted. Five

Replacements

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp connecting effectively with Kane in more familiar role, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances yet his delivery provided the breakthrough, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen 75) Energetic after coming on assisting the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the back post, Seven
• Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Looks established at this level, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for the star 84) Not enough time to influence the game, 6