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In a commanding display, the English national team clinched a further triumph against Albania, featuring multiple players turning in notable displays during the match.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Had little to do required during the opening 45 until forced to intervene by an opponent's curling effort. His sliding intervention on Qazim Laci showed excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged by Albania’s biggest threat in Hoxha. Operated through the middle early on later drifted to the flank once a teammate came on. Seven

John Stones Moved forward when in possession, a familiar role in the past. On occasion lacked urgency when carrying play and the approach was shelved at half-time. 6

Dan Burn A nuisance from dead balls, as always, but may be an alternative for his teammate in defense instead of paired with him. One wayward distribution after the break almost led to an opener from Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly One more confident performance by the rising star following his initial appearance versus another side. Saka failed to make full advantage of a gorgeous flick over their defense. His position is his to lose at this stage. Seven

The newcomer His first start with the national team. Slightly loose on the ball however his inswinging deliveries were a threat. A useful game manager available to the coach to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Cautioned after a reckless challenge. 6

Declan Rice Crosses on corner kicks and free-kicks caused problems. Enjoyed room to move in left midfield yet found himself in an offside position when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Given a well-earned substitution after an hour. Six

The star midfielder Operated in a forward spot on the right and also contributed with the hard yards. Demonstrated moments of class but dragged an attempt over. Replaced in the closing stages by a teammate, his rival, after being booked. 7

The winger Had the team's clearest opportunity of the first half, his strike well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate hanging back, he was forced to provide width on the right although his balls from the touchline were hit and miss. Replaced with 15 to go. 6/10

Harry Kane The match-winner with his 77th and 78th goals in an England shirt. The first a typical opportunist's goal and his next a classy finish with his head having drifted away away from the opposition. Aged 32, he continues to improve and the side are strong contenders next summer when he's in the team. 8

The attacker Struggled to make an impact from the left. Had a decent opportunity following a pass by the midfielder yet the keeper kept it out. His replacement produced a bigger an impact after coming on. Five

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright connecting seamlessly with the striker in more familiar role, 6
• Saka (for Eze 63) Failed to convert although his set-piece created the first goal, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Active when brought on and set up the second goal with a brilliant delivery into the area, 7/10
• Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Seems settled so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10