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Throughout a impressive display, England clinched one more triumph versus Albania, featuring multiple players delivering notable displays throughout the game.

Starting Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make during the opening 45 until called into action from an opponent's curled attempt. His sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker demonstrated his game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested by Albania’s main danger through Hoxha. Played more centrally early on but moved to the flank after a teammate entered the fray. 7

The defender Pushed forward with the ball at his feet, a familiar role before. Sometimes seemed hesitant when carrying play and the tactic discontinued at half-time. Six

Dan Burn A nuisance at set pieces, as always, perhaps is an alternative for his teammate at the back instead of paired with him. One wayward ball later in the match came close to an opener from Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly A further composed performance by the 20-year-old after his initial appearance versus Serbia. Saka was unable to take the opportunity from an exquisite touch over their defense. The role is firmly his at this stage. 7

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning in an England shirt. Slightly loose on the ball however his inswinging deliveries caused problems. An effective game manager available to the boss to call upon against teams who drop deep. Booked for a poorly timed tackle. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces on corner kicks and set-plays were dangerous. Was given freedom to drift on the left only to be in an offside position when the ball arrived in front of goal. Given a deserved break after an hour. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward spot on the right while also contributed with dirty work. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and dragged an attempt over. Substituted in the closing stages for Rogers, his rival, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity of the first half, his strike excellently kept out from Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate holding position, he had to offer an outlet out wide although his balls from the touchline varied in quality. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. Six

The captain The match-winner netting 77th and 78th finishes in an England shirt. The first a typical opportunist's goal while the second a classy headed goal after peeling away away from the opposition. At 32, he’s only getting better with the national team are strong contenders in future competitions with him leading the line. Eight

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to get into the game on the left flank. Had a presentable chance after being played in from a teammate yet the keeper denied him. Rashford produced a bigger effect after coming on. Five

Substitutes

• Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and combined seamlessly with Kane in a preferred position, Six
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece led to the opener, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Lively upon introduction and provided the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled already, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star 84) Too brief a spell to affect things, 6/10