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During a impressive performance, the English national team secured another win against their opponents, with multiple squad members producing notable performances on the pitch.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make in the first half until tested from an opponent's curling effort. His sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker showed excellent game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Tested against Albania’s primary attacker in Hoxha. Operated more centrally early on later drifted out wide after Saka entered the fray. 7/10

John Stones Pushed into midfield with the ball at his feet, as he has done previously. Sometimes was too casual in possession and the tactic discontinued after the break. Six

Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, per usual, perhaps is an alternative to Stones in the backline instead of paired with him. A careless pass later in the match nearly resulted in the first goal for Albania. 6

The young full-back A further composed performance from the youngster following his debut versus another side. Saka failed to make full advantage of a gorgeous flick behind their defense. The left-back spot is firmly his so soon. 7/10

The newcomer His first start for his country. Somewhat sloppy when playing out however his inswinging deliveries caused problems. A useful tempo-setter available to the coach to utilize versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a poorly timed tackle. 6

Declan Rice Crosses from dead balls and free-kicks created chances. Was given room to move on the left only to be in an offside position when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Given a merited substitution after an hour. Six

The star midfielder Operated in a forward role out wide and contributed with dirty work. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and scuffed a shot over. Withdrawn late on by a teammate, a fellow player, following a yellow card. 7

The winger Had England’s best chance of the first half, his effort excellently kept out by the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah holding position, he had to stretch the play on the right but his crosses from the touchline were inconsistent. Substituted late in the match. 6

The captain The decisive figure scoring 77th and 78th finishes at international level. His first a trademark opportunist's goal and the second a superb header following a clever run away from the opposition. At 32, his form is unwavering and the side stand a real opportunity next summer when he's in the team. Eight

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to make an impact out wide. Was presented with a decent opportunity when set up from a teammate however Strakosha made the save. Rashford produced a bigger influence when substituted. Five

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright and combined effectively with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Saka (on for the winger 63) Spurned chances although his set-piece provided the first goal, 6
• Rashford (for the attacker 75) Lively upon introduction and set up the captain's brace with superb cross into the area, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established already, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, 6/10