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In a commanding showing, England secured another win versus their opponents, with several squad members turning in standout performances during the match.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required during the opening 45 before tested by an opponent's curled attempt. A sliding challenge on an Albanian attacker highlighted sharp anticipation. 6/10

The debutant Examined by Albania’s main danger in their forward. Operated through the middle early on later drifted wider once Saka entered the fray. 7/10

John Stones Moved forward with the ball at his feet, a familiar role in the past. At times lacked urgency on the ball with the tactic abandoned after the break. Six

The tall defender A constant threat at set pieces, typically, perhaps is another option for Stones in defense rather than his partner. A careless distribution after the break almost led to an opener from Albania. Six

Nico O’Reilly Another confident showing by the rising star after his initial appearance against another side. Saka failed to make the opportunity from a gorgeous backheel over the Albania defence. The role looks secure already. Seven

Adam Wharton A debut start with the national team. Somewhat loose in possession however his inswinging corners were a threat. A useful game manager available to the manager to call upon versus sides that sit back. Booked after a reckless tackle. Six

The midfielder Deliveries from dead balls and free-kicks caused problems. Had freedom to drift in left midfield but was offside upon receiving in front of goal. Awarded a deserved break around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Operated in a forward spot on the right and also did plenty of the hard yards. Showed flashes of quality but mishit an effort high. Substituted late on for a teammate, his rival, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's top opening before halftime, his effort excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. With Quansah hanging back, he had to offer an outlet on the right although his balls from the touchline were inconsistent. Taken off for the final quarter-hour. Six

Harry Kane The match-winner with his 77th and 78th finishes in an England shirt. The first a trademark opportunist's goal while the second a superb header after peeling away away from the opposition. Now 32, he’s only getting better with the national team are strong contenders next summer with him leading the line. 8/10

The attacker Had difficulty to influence play on the left flank. Had a presentable chance after being played in by Bellingham but the keeper kept it out. Rashford produced a bigger effect after coming on. 5

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and combined effectively with Kane in more familiar role, 6
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert although his set-piece led to the opener, 6
• Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Lively upon introduction and provided the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the far post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable at this level, 6/10
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to affect things, 6