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In a impressive showing, England secured one more triumph versus Albania, featuring multiple squad members delivering standout displays on the pitch.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Had little to do required before the break but then called into action by an opponent's bent shot. His sliding intervention against Qazim Laci demonstrated his anticipation. 6/10

The debutant Examined against Albania’s primary attacker through Hoxha. Played in a central role early on but moved out wide once Saka entered the fray. 7

The defender Pushed up the pitch on the ball, a familiar role previously. On occasion lacked urgency on the ball with the tactic abandoned at half-time. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat from dead balls, as always, but may be another option for his teammate in defense instead of his partner. One wayward pass after the break nearly resulted in the first goal from Albania. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly One more composed performance by the youngster after his first cap against another side. A teammate was unable to take full advantage of a clever flick over the opposing backline. The left-back spot looks secure at this stage. Seven

The newcomer His first start with the national team. A bit careless on the ball though his whipped set-pieces posed a danger. A handy game manager for the boss to utilize against defensive opponents. Shown a yellow after a reckless foul. Six

The midfielder Crosses from dead balls and free kicks were dangerous. Had license to drift down the left flank only to be in an offside position upon receiving in front of goal. Given a well-earned rest after an hour. 6

The star midfielder Played in a high spot on the right while also did plenty of the hard yards. Displayed moments of class and dragged a shot high. Replaced towards the end by a teammate, a fellow player, following a yellow card. 7

The winger Had the team's best chance of the first half, his shot well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. As a teammate holding position, it fell to him to stretch the play out wide yet his deliveries into the box were hit and miss. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. Six

Harry Kane The match-winner scoring two more goals for his country. The opener a typical opportunist's goal and his next a superb header having drifted away away from the opposition. At 32, he continues to improve and the side stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8/10

The attacker Struggled to influence play on the left flank. Had a presentable chance when set up from a teammate yet the keeper denied him. His replacement had a greater effect when substituted. Five

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and linked up well with the striker in more familiar role, 6/10
• Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances yet his delivery created the first goal, Six
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Energetic when brought on and set up the second goal with superb cross into the area, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Seems settled at this level, 6
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Not enough time to affect things, Six