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During a impressive performance, England secured a further victory versus their opponents, featuring several squad members producing notable displays on the pitch.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Not a save to perform in the first half before called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding tackle on Qazim Laci highlighted excellent anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested against Albania’s biggest threat in Hoxha. Operated more centrally early on later drifted out wide after a teammate entered the fray. 7

The defender Pushed into midfield when in possession, as he has done previously. Sometimes seemed hesitant when carrying play and the approach discontinued by the interval. 6

The tall defender A nuisance at set pieces, per usual, could serve as another option for his teammate at the back as opposed to paired with him. A loose ball later in the match came close to a goal for Albania. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly A further assured showing from the 20-year-old after his debut versus another side. Saka did not capitalize on full advantage of a clever backheel over the opposing backline. His position is firmly his so soon. 7/10

Adam Wharton A debut start in an England shirt. A bit sloppy when playing out however his inswinging set-pieces were a threat. A handy pace-controller available to the coach to have versus teams who drop deep. Cautioned after a reckless tackle. 6/10

The midfielder Crosses from corners and free-kicks caused problems. Enjoyed freedom to roam on the left but was in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Awarded a well-earned break around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Played in a forward spot down the right while also put in the hard yards. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and dragged a shot over. Withdrawn towards the end for Rogers, his rival, after being booked. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's top opening of the first half, his strike well saved by Thomas Strakosha. With a teammate holding position, he had to offer an outlet out wide but his crosses into the box were inconsistent. Taken off with 15 to go. 6/10

Harry Kane The match-winner with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals at international level. His first a trademark poacher’s finish while the second a classy finish with his head having drifted away from his marker. At 32, he’s only getting better and the side have every chance in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8/10

The attacker Had difficulty to influence play out wide. Was presented with a decent opportunity following a pass by Bellingham however the keeper denied him. His replacement produced a bigger an impact in his place. Five

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively and combined seamlessly with the striker in a preferred position, Six
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Spurned chances although his set-piece provided the opener, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Active when brought on and provided the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the far post, Seven
• Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for the star 84) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, 6/10