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During a commanding showing, England secured one more triumph versus Albania, with several players producing notable performances on the pitch.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Not a save to perform in the first half but then called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. A sliding intervention on an Albanian attacker highlighted his game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged by the opposition's biggest threat in their forward. Started in a central role early on then shifted out wide once a teammate came on. Seven

John Stones Moved up the pitch when in possession, something he's known for previously. At times lacked urgency in possession and the experiment was shelved at half-time. Six

The tall defender Always dangerous from dead balls, typically, perhaps is an alternative for his teammate in the backline instead of paired with him. A loose pass after the break came close to a goal for the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly One more confident showing from the youngster following his first cap against another side. A teammate was unable to take the most of a clever touch behind the Albania defence. The left-back spot looks secure so soon. Seven

Adam Wharton His first start with the national team. Slightly sloppy when playing out however his inswinging set-pieces caused problems. An effective tempo-setter available to the coach to utilize versus sides that sit back. Shown a yellow for a poorly timed foul. 6

The midfielder Deliveries from corners and set-plays caused problems. Enjoyed room to roam in left midfield yet found himself offside when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Granted a well-earned substitution on the hour mark. Six

The star midfielder Operated in a forward spot on the right and also put in defensive duties. Showed flashes of quality but scuffed an attempt over. Substituted towards the end by Rogers, his competition, following a yellow card. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity before halftime, his shot well saved by the opposing goalkeeper. As a teammate staying deep, he was forced to stretch the play down the right side although his balls from the touchline were hit and miss. Taken off late in the match. 6/10

Harry Kane The decisive figure netting 77th and 78th goals at international level. The first a typical poacher’s finish and his next a superb finish with his head having drifted away away from the opposition. Now 32, he continues to improve with the national team stand a real opportunity next summer with him up top. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to make an impact out wide. Had a good opening after being played in from a teammate but the keeper kept it out. Rashford produced a bigger an impact in his place. 5

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively and linked up effectively with Kane in a preferred position, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities but his corner provided the opener, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Lively when brought on assisting the second goal via an excellent ball to the far post, 7
• Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established already, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10