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Throughout a dominant display, England clinched another triumph versus their opponents, featuring multiple players delivering standout displays during the match.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Had little to do to perform before the break until called into action by an opponent's bent shot. His sliding tackle against Qazim Laci demonstrated excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined by Albania’s biggest threat through Hoxha. Operated through the middle early on later drifted out wide once a teammate came on. 7/10

The defender Pushed into midfield when in possession, a familiar role previously. On occasion seemed hesitant when carrying play with the tactic discontinued after the break. 6/10

The tall defender Always dangerous at set pieces, per usual, could serve as an alternative for Stones at the back rather than paired with him. One wayward pass in the second half almost led to the first goal from the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly A further confident performance from the 20-year-old following his initial appearance versus Serbia. Saka failed to make the opportunity from a gorgeous touch behind their defense. The left-back spot looks secure already. 7/10

The newcomer A debut start for his country. Somewhat loose in possession however his whipped corners caused problems. An effective pace-controller for the manager to have against sides that sit back. Shown a yellow after a reckless foul. Six

Declan Rice Crosses from corners and free kicks caused problems. Enjoyed license to drift on the left yet found himself in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Awarded a deserved substitution after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Played in an advanced role on the right and also contributed with defensive duties. Displayed flashes of quality and dragged a shot wide. Substituted towards the end by Rogers, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. 7

The winger Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity in the opening period, his strike smartly stopped by Thomas Strakosha. With a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to stretch the play out wide although his balls from the touchline were hit and miss. Substituted with 15 to go. 6

The captain The decisive figure scoring 77th and 78th strikes in an England shirt. The opener a classic poacher’s finish while the second a classy headed goal having drifted away from his marker. Now 32, his form is unwavering and the side have every chance in future competitions when he's in the team. Eight

Eberechi Eze Struggled to influence play on the left flank. Had a good opening when set up by the midfielder but the keeper denied him. His replacement made much more of influence after coming on. Five

Replacements

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp connecting effectively with Kane in a preferred position, Six
• Saka (for the winger 63) Missed opportunities but his corner led to the first goal, 6/10
• Rashford (for the attacker 75) Lively when brought on and set up the captain's brace with superb cross into the area, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable at this level, 6
• Rogers (for the star 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6