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During a dominant performance, England clinched another victory against Albania, featuring a number of players turning in memorable displays on the pitch.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to make in the first half before called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. A sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker highlighted excellent anticipation. 6/10

The debutant Tested against Albania’s main danger in their forward. Played in a central role initially but moved wider after Saka came on. Seven

John Stones Advanced up the pitch with the ball at his feet, something he's known for before. At times was too casual on the ball with the experiment was shelved at half-time. Six

The tall defender A nuisance at set pieces, typically, but may be an alternative to Stones in the backline instead of paired with him. A loose ball later in the match almost led to a goal for the visitors. 6

The young full-back One more composed display from the rising star following his debut against another side. Saka was unable to take the opportunity from an exquisite flick behind the opposing backline. The left-back spot is firmly his so soon. 7

The newcomer A debut start with the national team. Slightly sloppy when playing out though his whipped corners caused problems. A useful game manager for the boss to have versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a poorly timed foul. Six

The midfielder Deliveries from corners and set-plays caused problems. Was given license to move in left midfield yet found himself offside upon receiving in front of goal. Given a well-earned break around the 60-minute point. Six

The star midfielder Functioned in a high role out wide and also contributed with the hard yards. Demonstrated moments of class but dragged a shot high. Withdrawn late on by Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. Seven

The winger Was presented with the team's best chance of the first half, his effort excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. As Quansah holding position, it fell to him to offer an outlet out wide although his balls into the box were inconsistent. Taken off for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

Harry Kane The decisive figure with his 77th and 78th goals in an England shirt. His first a typical close-range tap-in while the second a superb header after peeling away away from the opposition. Now 32, he continues to improve and England are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play out wide. Was presented with a good opening following a pass from a teammate but the keeper kept it out. Rashford produced a bigger effect in his place. Five

Substitutes

• Foden (for Rice 63) Looked lively connecting seamlessly with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Saka (for Eze 63) Failed to convert yet his delivery provided the breakthrough, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Energetic after coming on assisting the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the back post, 7
• Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to affect things, 6/10