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Throughout a commanding display, the English national team wrapped up one more win against Albania, with several players producing memorable displays throughout the game.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested required before the break until called into action from an opponent's curling effort. His sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker demonstrated sharp anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged against Albania’s main danger in Hoxha. Played in a central role initially later drifted to the flank after a teammate was introduced. 7/10

John Stones Pushed into midfield with the ball at his feet, something he's known for in the past. At times lacked urgency when carrying play and the approach abandoned at half-time. 6

The tall defender Always dangerous from dead balls, per usual, perhaps is a replacement to his teammate in the backline instead of alongside him. A careless pass after the break came close to an opener from the visitors. Six

The young full-back Another composed showing by the 20-year-old following his debut versus another side. A teammate was unable to take the most of an exquisite backheel over their defense. The role is his to lose already. 7/10

The newcomer A debut start for his country. A bit loose in possession but his whipped corners caused problems. A handy pace-controller available to the coach to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Shown a yellow after a reckless challenge. Six

The midfielder Crosses from dead balls and free kicks were dangerous. Was given freedom to drift in left midfield only to be offside when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Granted a deserved substitution around the 60-minute point. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Functioned in an advanced spot out wide and also put in dirty work. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and dragged an effort over. Withdrawn late on for a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. 7/10

The winger Was presented with England’s clearest opportunity before halftime, his shot well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. With Quansah holding position, it fell to him to offer an outlet out wide yet his deliveries from the touchline were inconsistent. Substituted late in the match. 6/10

The captain The match-winner netting two more strikes at international level. The opener a typical poacher’s finish and the second a superb finish with his head after peeling away away from the opposition. At 32, his form is unwavering and the side stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a decent opportunity after being played in from a teammate but Strakosha made the save. His replacement had a greater an impact in his place. Five

Substitutes

• Foden (replacing Rice 63) Was bright and linked up seamlessly with Kane in more familiar role, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece created the first goal, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Active after coming on and set up the captain's brace with superb cross to the back post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, Six