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During a impressive display, the English national team clinched one more triumph against their opponents, with several players delivering notable performances during the match.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to perform during the opening 45 until forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker highlighted sharp anticipation. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Examined against the opposition's biggest threat through Hoxha. Operated in a central role initially but moved to the flank once Saka came on. Seven

John Stones Advanced up the pitch on the ball, as he has done in the past. On occasion was too casual on the ball and the experiment abandoned by the interval. Six

The tall defender Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, as always, could serve as another option to Stones in the backline rather than his partner. A careless pass after the break nearly resulted in a goal for the visitors. 6

The young full-back One more confident performance from the youngster after his first cap against Serbia. A teammate was unable to take the most of a clever touch over the Albania defence. The left-back spot looks secure already. Seven

Adam Wharton A debut start with the national team. Somewhat careless when playing out however his dangerous deliveries posed a danger. An effective tempo-setter available to the boss to call upon against sides that sit back. Shown a yellow after a reckless challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Deliveries on corner kicks and free kicks created chances. Enjoyed freedom to drift in left midfield but was in an offside position upon receiving in front of goal. Given a well-earned substitution around the 60-minute point. 6

The star midfielder Played in a forward position on the right and contributed with defensive duties. Showed glimpses of brilliance and mishit an attempt over. Replaced towards the end by a teammate, a fellow player, after being booked. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's top opening of the first half, his strike excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. As a teammate staying deep, he was forced to offer an outlet on the right yet his deliveries from wide areas varied in quality. Taken off late in the match. 6

The captain The difference-maker netting 77th and 78th goals for his country. The opener a trademark close-range tap-in and the second a classy finish with his head after peeling away from his marker. Aged 32, he’s only getting better with the national team stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8

The attacker Struggled to make an impact from the left. Had a decent opportunity following a pass by Bellingham but the keeper denied him. Rashford had a greater effect in his place. 5

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Appeared sharp and linked up well with Kane in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Missed opportunities although his set-piece created the first goal, Six
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Energetic after coming on and provided Kane’s second with superb cross to the far post, Seven
• Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Looks established so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10