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In a dominant display, England secured a further win against their opponents, featuring multiple players producing notable performances on the pitch.

Starting Eleven

Dean Henderson Had little to do to perform during the opening 45 before tested from an opponent's curled attempt. His sliding tackle against Qazim Laci highlighted his game intelligence. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined against the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Started in a central role to begin with but moved wider after Saka came on. Seven

The defender Moved forward when in possession, a familiar role in the past. On occasion seemed hesitant in possession with the tactic was shelved at half-time. 6/10

Dan Burn A constant threat at set pieces, per usual, but may be another option to Stones in defense rather than paired with him. One wayward pass after the break nearly resulted in a goal for Albania. 6/10

The young full-back A further composed showing from the youngster after his debut against Serbia. Saka failed to make full advantage of a clever backheel over their defense. His position is firmly his already. 7/10

Adam Wharton A debut start with the national team. Somewhat sloppy in possession though his whipped corners were a threat. A handy pace-controller for the boss to have against teams who drop deep. Booked for a poorly timed tackle. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces from dead balls and free kicks were dangerous. Had license to drift down the left flank only to be offside when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Given a well-earned break after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in an advanced role on the right while also put in the hard yards. Displayed flashes of quality and mishit an attempt wide. Replaced in the closing stages by a teammate, his rival, after being booked. 7/10

The winger Was presented with England’s best chance in the opening period, his effort well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. With Quansah staying deep, he had to offer an outlet on the right although his balls into the box varied in quality. Taken off late in the match. 6/10

Harry Kane The decisive figure netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes for his country. His first a typical close-range tap-in and his next a classy header following a clever run from his marker. At 32, he continues to improve and the side have every chance next summer with him leading the line. 8

Eberechi Eze Struggled to make an impact out wide. Was presented with a good opening following a pass by Bellingham yet the keeper made the save. His replacement made much more of effect when substituted. Five

Substitutes

• Foden (replacing Rice 63) Was bright connecting seamlessly with the striker in a natural spot, Six
• Saka (on for the winger 63) Spurned chances but his corner created the opener, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Active after coming on and provided Kane’s second with superb cross to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Seems settled so soon, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Not enough time to make an impact, 6/10