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Throughout a dominant showing, the English national team wrapped up another win against Albania, featuring multiple squad members producing notable displays on the pitch.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Not a save required before the break until called into action from an opponent's bent shot. One well-timed sliding challenge against Qazim Laci showed sharp anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined by the opposition's primary attacker in Hoxha. Played more centrally early on but moved out wide once a teammate entered the fray. 7

John Stones Moved up the pitch on the ball, as he has done before. Sometimes seemed hesitant on the ball and the approach abandoned after the break. Six

Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, typically, but may be an alternative for Stones in the backline as opposed to his partner. A loose ball later in the match nearly resulted in a goal from Albania. Six

The young full-back A further composed performance by the rising star following his initial appearance against another side. A teammate was unable to take full advantage of an exquisite backheel behind the Albania defence. The left-back spot is firmly his so soon. 7

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning for his country. Somewhat careless on the ball but his whipped deliveries were a threat. An effective game manager available to the manager to call upon versus teams who drop deep. Booked for a poorly timed tackle. Six

Declan Rice Deliveries from dead balls and free-kicks caused problems. Enjoyed freedom to drift in left midfield but was in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Granted a deserved break around the 60-minute point. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Played in an advanced position out wide and also did plenty of the hard yards. Demonstrated moments of class but mishit a shot over. Substituted towards the end by Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. 7/10

The winger Was presented with England’s best chance of the first half, his shot smartly stopped from the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate staying deep, he was forced to stretch the play out wide yet his deliveries into the box were hit and miss. Taken off with 15 to go. 6/10

Harry Kane The match-winner netting two more goals at international level. The first a classic close-range tap-in while the second a superb headed goal having drifted away off his defender. Now 32, his form is unwavering and England stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play out wide. Had a good opening following a pass by the midfielder yet the keeper denied him. His replacement had a greater influence when substituted. Five

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively and linked up seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece created the breakthrough, 6/10
• Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Active upon introduction and provided the second goal with superb cross to the back post, 7
• Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Looks established already, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to affect things, 6/10