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Throughout a commanding performance, the English national team secured one more win against their opponents, with a number of players delivering standout performances during the match.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Not a save to perform in the first half before called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. His sliding tackle on Qazim Laci highlighted his game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Examined by Albania’s biggest threat through their forward. Started more centrally initially later drifted wider after a teammate entered the fray. 7/10

The defender Advanced up the pitch when in possession, something he's known for in the past. On occasion lacked urgency when carrying play and the experiment abandoned by the interval. 6/10

Dan Burn A constant threat at set pieces, typically, perhaps is another option for Stones in the backline instead of paired with him. One wayward pass in the second half nearly resulted in a goal from Albania. 6

The young full-back One more assured performance from the rising star after his initial appearance versus another side. A teammate was unable to take the most of an exquisite touch over the opposing backline. The left-back spot is firmly his already. Seven

The newcomer His maiden beginning for his country. Somewhat careless on the ball however his whipped set-pieces were a threat. A handy game manager for the boss to utilize versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a rash foul. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces on corner kicks and free-kicks created chances. Was given freedom to roam down the left flank only to be in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Granted a well-earned rest on the hour mark. 6/10

The star midfielder Played in a high position down the right and also put in the hard yards. Displayed flashes of quality but scuffed an attempt high. Withdrawn towards the end by a teammate, a fellow player, after being booked. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's top opening of the first half, his shot excellently kept out by the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah hanging back, it fell to him to offer an outlet on the right yet his deliveries into the box were hit and miss. Taken off late in the match. 6

Harry Kane The match-winner with his two more finishes in an England shirt. The opener a typical poacher’s finish while the second a superb finish with his head after peeling away from his marker. Aged 32, he’s only getting better and the side stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8/10

The attacker Had difficulty to get into the game on the left flank. Had a decent opportunity following a pass by the midfielder yet the keeper denied him. Rashford produced a bigger an impact when substituted. 5

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Was bright and combined well with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Saka (on for Eze 63) Spurned chances but his corner created the first goal, Six
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Energetic upon introduction and provided the second goal with superb cross to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established already, 6
• Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to affect things, 6