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In a dominant performance, the English national team secured one more victory against Albania, featuring a number of squad members producing standout performances during the match.

Starting Lineup

Dean Henderson Not a save to perform before the break before called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. A sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker demonstrated sharp game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged against the opposition's biggest threat in Hoxha. Played through the middle to begin with but moved out wide once Saka came on. 7/10

The defender Pushed up the pitch on the ball, something he's known for previously. Sometimes seemed hesitant on the ball with the experiment was shelved after the break. Six

Dan Burn A nuisance from dead balls, as always, perhaps is an alternative to his teammate in the backline as opposed to alongside him. One wayward distribution after the break nearly resulted in an opener from the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly Another composed showing from the rising star after his initial appearance versus Serbia. A teammate failed to make the most of a clever flick over the opposing backline. His position is his to lose already. 7

The newcomer A debut start for his country. A bit careless on the ball however his whipped corners posed a danger. An effective pace-controller for the manager to have against teams who drop deep. Booked after a reckless foul. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces on corner kicks and set-plays created chances. Enjoyed freedom to drift in left midfield but was offside as the pass came in shooting positions. Granted a merited break on the hour mark. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Operated in a high spot down the right and contributed with defensive duties. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance and mishit an effort over. Substituted towards the end by Rogers, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's top opening before halftime, his strike smartly stopped from the Albanian keeper. As Quansah staying deep, he was forced to stretch the play out wide yet his deliveries into the box varied in quality. Taken off late in the match. 6/10

Harry Kane The decisive figure with his 77th and 78th finishes in an England shirt. His first a classic close-range tap-in while the second a classy header following a clever run away from the opposition. Now 32, he’s only getting better and the side stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him up top. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to make an impact on the left flank. Had a decent opportunity following a pass by Bellingham however the keeper kept it out. Rashford produced a bigger effect after coming on. 5

Substitutes

• Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting effectively with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert but his corner led to the opener, Six
• Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Lively after coming on and set up the second goal via an excellent ball to the far post, 7/10
• Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled at this level, 6/10
• Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, 6/10