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In a commanding performance, the English national team secured one more win against Albania, featuring several squad members turning in notable displays during the match.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Not a save to make in the first half until called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. His sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker demonstrated his reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined by Albania’s main danger through their forward. Started in a central role early on later drifted to the flank once Saka came on. Seven

John Stones Pushed up the pitch when in possession, a familiar role in the past. Sometimes lacked urgency when carrying play with the experiment abandoned after the break. 6/10

The tall defender A constant threat from dead balls, per usual, but may be a replacement to his teammate at the back instead of alongside him. One wayward ball after the break almost led to a goal from the visitors. Six

The young full-back One more composed performance by the youngster following his debut versus Serbia. Saka was unable to take the opportunity from an exquisite touch over the opposing backline. The role is firmly his at this stage. 7

The newcomer A debut start for his country. Slightly careless in possession however his dangerous set-pieces posed a danger. An effective pace-controller available to the manager to call upon against defensive opponents. Booked for a poorly timed tackle. Six

The midfielder Deliveries from corners and set-plays created chances. Was given room to move on the left but was offside as the pass came in front of goal. Given a merited rest on the hour mark. 6/10

The star midfielder Played in an advanced spot out wide and contributed with dirty work. Displayed flashes of quality and scuffed an effort high. Replaced late on for Rogers, his competition, after receiving a caution. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's clearest opportunity of the first half, his strike smartly stopped from the opposing goalkeeper. With Quansah staying deep, he had to offer an outlet down the right side although his balls from wide areas varied in quality. Replaced late in the match. 6/10

The captain The decisive figure with his 77th and 78th strikes for his country. His first a typical close-range tap-in and his next a superb header after peeling away from his marker. Now 32, his form is unwavering and the side have every chance in future competitions with him leading the line. 8

The attacker Had difficulty to get into the game from the left. Had a good opening when set up from a teammate however Strakosha denied him. His replacement made much more of an impact after coming on. Five

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright and combined effectively with Kane in a natural spot, Six
• Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece led to the first goal, 6/10
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Lively after coming on and provided the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established already, Six
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, Six