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Throughout a impressive display, England secured a further win versus their opponents, with multiple squad members producing standout displays on the pitch.

Starting Lineup

Dean Henderson Had little to do required during the opening 45 but then called into action from an opponent's bent shot. One well-timed sliding intervention on an Albanian attacker showed his game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Tested against Albania’s main danger through their forward. Operated more centrally early on later drifted wider after a teammate was introduced. 7

John Stones Advanced forward when in possession, a familiar role before. Sometimes was too casual when carrying play with the approach was shelved at half-time. 6/10

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, typically, but may be a replacement for Stones in the backline rather than his partner. A loose ball in the second half came close to an opener for Albania. Six

Nico O’Reilly Another assured showing from the youngster following his first cap versus Serbia. Saka failed to make full advantage of a gorgeous touch over the Albania defence. The role is his to lose at this stage. 7

Adam Wharton A debut start for his country. A bit careless when playing out but his whipped corners posed a danger. A useful game manager available to the boss to utilize against defensive opponents. Cautioned after a reckless tackle. 6

The midfielder Set-pieces on corner kicks and set-plays created chances. Was given freedom to roam in left midfield yet found himself in an offside position when the ball arrived in front of goal. Awarded a deserved substitution around the 60-minute point. Six

Jude Bellingham Played in an advanced role out wide while also did plenty of the hard yards. Showed glimpses of brilliance and mishit an effort wide. Withdrawn towards the end for a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. 7/10

The winger Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity in the opening period, his effort excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. With Quansah staying deep, he had to stretch the play out wide although his balls into the box were inconsistent. Substituted with 15 to go. 6

The captain The difference-maker with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals at international level. The first a typical poacher’s finish while the second an excellent header following a clever run away from the opposition. At 32, he’s only getting better and the side have every chance in future competitions with him leading the line. 8

The attacker Struggled to get into the game out wide. Had a decent opportunity following a pass by Bellingham yet Strakosha kept it out. Rashford produced a bigger effect when substituted. Five

Bench Players

• Foden (for a teammate 63) Looked lively and combined well with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances yet his delivery led to the breakthrough, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Active upon introduction assisting the second goal via an excellent ball to the back post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Seems settled at this level, Six
• Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, 6/10