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In a dominant performance, the English national team wrapped up a further win versus their opponents, featuring multiple players producing memorable displays on the pitch.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Had little to do to make during the opening 45 but then forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. His sliding tackle on Qazim Laci showed his reading of the game. 6/10

The debutant Examined by Albania’s main danger through Hoxha. Operated in a central role initially later drifted wider once Saka entered the fray. 7

John Stones Pushed forward with the ball at his feet, as he has done in the past. On occasion seemed hesitant on the ball with the experiment was shelved by the interval. 6/10

Dan Burn Always dangerous from dead balls, per usual, but may be an alternative to Stones at the back rather than his partner. A loose ball after the break almost led to a goal for Albania. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly A further confident performance by the 20-year-old after his debut against another side. Saka did not capitalize on the most of a gorgeous flick over their defense. The role is his to lose so soon. 7

Adam Wharton His first start in an England shirt. A bit careless on the ball however his dangerous corners posed a danger. An effective pace-controller available to the boss to have against sides that sit back. Booked for a rash tackle. 6/10

The midfielder Deliveries on corner kicks and set-plays were dangerous. Enjoyed license to drift down the left flank yet found himself in an offside position as the pass came in shooting positions. Given a well-earned break on the hour mark. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in an advanced position down the right while also contributed with defensive duties. Displayed moments of class and dragged an attempt wide. Withdrawn towards the end by Rogers, his competition, after being booked. 7

The winger Was presented with the team's top opening in the opening period, his effort well saved by Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah holding position, he had to provide width on the right but his crosses into the box varied in quality. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

The captain The match-winner scoring two more finishes for his country. The opener a trademark close-range tap-in and the second a classy finish with his head following a clever run away from the opposition. Now 32, he’s only getting better with the national team are strong contenders next summer with him leading the line. 8

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a good opening when set up by Bellingham yet Strakosha made the save. Rashford had a greater influence in his place. 5/10

Substitutes

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and linked up seamlessly with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece led to the opener, 6
• Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Lively after coming on assisting Kane’s second via an excellent ball to the far post, 7/10
• Anderson (for Wharton 75) Seems settled so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to affect things, 6