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Throughout a dominant showing, England clinched another victory versus Albania, with several squad members producing notable displays throughout the game.

Starting XI

The goalkeeper Had little to do to perform before the break until forced to intervene from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding intervention against Qazim Laci highlighted sharp anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested against Albania’s primary attacker through Hoxha. Started through the middle early on later drifted to the flank once Saka was introduced. Seven

The defender Moved forward when in possession, as he has done previously. Sometimes was too casual in possession with the experiment discontinued at half-time. 6

Dan Burn A nuisance from dead balls, as always, could serve as another option to his teammate at the back rather than his partner. A careless distribution later in the match almost led to a goal from Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly One more composed showing from the 20-year-old following his debut versus Serbia. A teammate was unable to take full advantage of an exquisite flick over the opposing backline. The left-back spot is his to lose so soon. Seven

Adam Wharton A debut start with the national team. A bit loose on the ball however his dangerous set-pieces posed a danger. A handy pace-controller available to the manager to have versus defensive opponents. Cautioned after a reckless tackle. 6/10

The midfielder Deliveries on corner kicks and free kicks were dangerous. Had freedom to roam down the left flank only to be offside upon receiving in front of goal. Awarded a well-earned substitution around the 60-minute point. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in an advanced spot down the right and also did plenty of the hard yards. Displayed glimpses of brilliance but mishit a shot wide. Withdrawn in the closing stages for Rogers, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. 7

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's top opening of the first half, his strike well saved by the Albanian keeper. As a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to offer an outlet on the right but his crosses into the box varied in quality. Substituted late in the match. 6/10

The captain The match-winner scoring two more finishes at international level. The opener a typical close-range tap-in and his next an excellent headed goal following a clever run away from the opposition. At 32, he’s only getting better with the national team have every chance next summer with him up top. Eight

The attacker Struggled to influence play on the left flank. Had a decent opportunity after being played in from a teammate but Strakosha denied him. His replacement made much more of an impact after coming on. 5/10

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright and combined seamlessly with the striker in more familiar role, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert yet his delivery led to the first goal, 6
• Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Active when brought on and provided Kane’s second via an excellent ball into the area, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, Six
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to make an impact, 6/10