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During a commanding showing, the English national team wrapped up a further victory against their opponents, featuring a number of squad members turning in standout displays on the pitch.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Had little to do to make during the opening 45 until called into action from an opponent's curling effort. His sliding challenge on an Albanian attacker showed excellent anticipation. 6/10

The debutant Examined by Albania’s main danger in Hoxha. Played in a central role initially then shifted wider after Saka entered the fray. Seven

John Stones Pushed up the pitch when in possession, as he has done previously. On occasion seemed hesitant when carrying play and the approach discontinued at half-time. Six

The tall defender A nuisance at set pieces, as always, but may be an alternative to Stones in defense as opposed to alongside him. One wayward pass in the second half nearly resulted in an opener from the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly One more assured display from the 20-year-old following his initial appearance versus another side. A teammate failed to make the most of a gorgeous backheel over their defense. The left-back spot is firmly his already. 7

Adam Wharton His first start with the national team. Somewhat sloppy on the ball though his inswinging deliveries caused problems. A handy tempo-setter for the boss to utilize versus defensive opponents. Booked for a rash tackle. 6

The midfielder Deliveries from dead balls and free-kicks caused problems. Had room to move down the left flank but was offside upon receiving in shooting positions. Granted a merited substitution around the 60-minute point. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward position down the right and also contributed with dirty work. Demonstrated flashes of quality but scuffed an effort high. Withdrawn in the closing stages for Rogers, his rival, after receiving a caution. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's clearest opportunity before halftime, his shot smartly stopped from Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah staying deep, he was forced to provide width on the right yet his deliveries from the touchline were inconsistent. Replaced with 15 to go. 6/10

Harry Kane The difference-maker scoring 77th and 78th goals in an England shirt. His first a classic opportunist's goal while the second a classy header having drifted away off his defender. Aged 32, he continues to improve with the national team have every chance next summer with him up top. Eight

The attacker Struggled to get into the game on the left flank. Had a good opening after being played in by Bellingham but Strakosha denied him. Rashford had a greater an impact after coming on. 5

Substitutes

• Foden (replacing Rice 63) Was bright and linked up well with the striker in a natural spot, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze 63) Missed opportunities yet his delivery created the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Active upon introduction and provided the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the back post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Looks established so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, Six