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In a impressive display, the English national team clinched another victory against Albania, with a number of players delivering standout performances during the match.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Had little to do to perform in the first half but then forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding intervention on Qazim Laci demonstrated excellent game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Examined against Albania’s main danger through Hoxha. Operated through the middle initially then shifted out wide once Saka entered the fray. Seven

John Stones Pushed forward when in possession, a familiar role in the past. At times lacked urgency when carrying play with the tactic discontinued after the break. 6

The tall defender Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, typically, perhaps is an alternative for his teammate in defense instead of alongside him. A loose pass after the break came close to an opener for the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly One more assured performance by the 20-year-old after his initial appearance versus another side. Saka was unable to take the most of an exquisite backheel over their defense. The role is his to lose already. Seven

Adam Wharton His first start in an England shirt. Slightly loose when playing out but his inswinging deliveries posed a danger. A handy tempo-setter for the coach to utilize against sides that sit back. Shown a yellow for a rash challenge. 6

Declan Rice Set-pieces on corner kicks and free-kicks were dangerous. Was given license to move on the left yet found himself offside upon receiving in shooting positions. Granted a deserved substitution after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a high role on the right and put in dirty work. Displayed moments of class and mishit an effort wide. Substituted late on by Rogers, a fellow player, after being booked. Seven

The winger Had England’s best chance in the opening period, his shot excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. With Quansah holding position, he had to provide width out wide yet his deliveries from the touchline were inconsistent. Replaced late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker netting two more goals in an England shirt. The first a classic poacher’s finish and the second an excellent header having drifted away from his marker. Now 32, he continues to improve and England are strong contenders next summer with him up top. 8/10

The attacker Had difficulty to make an impact out wide. Was presented with a good opening after being played in from a teammate yet Strakosha denied him. His replacement made much more of influence after coming on. 5/10

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp connecting well with Kane in a natural spot, Six
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities yet his delivery provided the first goal, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Lively upon introduction assisting the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the back post, Seven
• Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable at this level, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to affect things, 6/10