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Throughout a impressive showing, the English national team wrapped up a further triumph versus their opponents, with a number of squad members turning in notable displays on the pitch.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make in the first half before tested by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. His sliding tackle on an Albanian attacker demonstrated his reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged by Albania’s main danger through their forward. Operated more centrally early on but moved wider after a teammate came on. Seven

John Stones Moved into midfield on the ball, as he has done before. Sometimes lacked urgency in possession and the experiment discontinued by the interval. Six

Dan Burn Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, typically, could serve as an alternative for his teammate at the back rather than alongside him. A loose pass later in the match nearly resulted in the first goal from Albania. Six

The young full-back Another confident showing by the rising star after his initial appearance against Serbia. A teammate failed to make the opportunity from a gorgeous touch over their defense. His position is his to lose already. Seven

The newcomer His first start in an England shirt. Somewhat sloppy in possession but his whipped corners posed a danger. A handy tempo-setter for the coach to utilize versus sides that sit back. Cautioned for a rash challenge. 6

Declan Rice Set-pieces from dead balls and set-plays created chances. Enjoyed license to move in left midfield only to be in an offside position upon receiving in front of goal. Granted a well-earned break after an hour. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a forward position out wide while also put in the hard yards. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance and mishit an effort over. Withdrawn late on by Rogers, his competition, after being booked. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s best chance of the first half, his effort well saved from the Albanian keeper. With Quansah holding position, he had to offer an outlet down the right side yet his deliveries from the touchline were inconsistent. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

Harry Kane The difference-maker with his two more finishes at international level. The opener a classic opportunist's goal and the second an excellent finish with his head having drifted away away from the opposition. Aged 32, he’s only getting better with the national team are strong contenders in future competitions when he's in the team. 8

The attacker Found it tough to get into the game on the left flank. Was presented with a decent opportunity when set up from a teammate however the keeper made the save. Rashford had a greater influence after coming on. Five

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright and combined seamlessly with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece created the first goal, 6
• Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Lively when brought on and provided the second goal with a brilliant delivery into the area, 7
• Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Looks established already, Six
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, 6