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In a impressive performance, England wrapped up one more victory versus their opponents, featuring several players delivering notable displays on the pitch.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Had little to do to perform during the opening 45 but then called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker highlighted excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged against the opposition's primary attacker in Hoxha. Started in a central role initially later drifted wider once Saka entered the fray. 7/10

John Stones Advanced up the pitch with the ball at his feet, as he has done before. Sometimes was too casual in possession with the approach discontinued at half-time. 6

The tall defender A constant threat from dead balls, typically, perhaps is a replacement for his teammate in the backline as opposed to alongside him. A loose distribution after the break almost led to a goal for the visitors. Six

The young full-back Another confident display from the youngster following his initial appearance versus Serbia. Saka was unable to take the most of a clever backheel over the Albania defence. The left-back spot is firmly his already. 7

The newcomer His first start with the national team. A bit sloppy in possession though his dangerous set-pieces were a threat. An effective game manager available to the boss to have versus teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a poorly timed tackle. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses from dead balls and set-plays were dangerous. Enjoyed room to move in left midfield only to be offside upon receiving in front of goal. Given a merited rest on the hour mark. 6

The star midfielder Played in an advanced role down the right and also did plenty of the hard yards. Demonstrated moments of class and mishit a shot over. Substituted towards the end for Rogers, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. Seven

The winger Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity before halftime, his shot well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. With Quansah staying deep, he had to offer an outlet out wide although his balls from the touchline were inconsistent. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. 6

Harry Kane The match-winner with his two more goals in an England shirt. The first a classic opportunist's goal while the second an excellent headed goal following a clever run away from the opposition. Aged 32, he’s only getting better and the side have every chance in future competitions with him up top. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play on the left flank. Was presented with a good opening following a pass from a teammate however the keeper kept it out. His replacement had a greater effect in his place. Five

Replacements

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Looked lively and linked up seamlessly with the striker in a preferred position, 6
• Saka (for the winger 63) Spurned chances yet his delivery provided the breakthrough, 6
• Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Lively upon introduction and provided the second goal via an excellent ball to the back post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable already, 6
• Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to affect things, Six