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During a impressive showing, England clinched one more triumph against Albania, with multiple squad members delivering notable displays during the match.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Had little to do required in the first half until tested from an opponent's curled attempt. One well-timed sliding intervention against Qazim Laci demonstrated his reading of the game. 6/10

The debutant Tested by the opposition's primary attacker in Hoxha. Started through the middle early on but moved out wide after Saka entered the fray. 7

The defender Advanced into midfield when in possession, a familiar role previously. At times seemed hesitant on the ball with the tactic was shelved at half-time. 6

Dan Burn Always dangerous at set pieces, per usual, but may be another option for Stones in defense rather than paired with him. A loose distribution later in the match nearly resulted in the first goal from Albania. 6/10

The young full-back One more assured showing by the rising star following his first cap versus another side. Saka failed to make the opportunity from a clever flick behind the Albania defence. The role looks secure so soon. Seven

Adam Wharton A debut start for his country. A bit sloppy in possession however his dangerous set-pieces caused problems. An effective tempo-setter for the coach to have against teams who drop deep. Shown a yellow for a rash foul. Six

The midfielder Set-pieces from corners and free kicks caused problems. Was given license to move down the left flank only to be in an offside position upon receiving in front of goal. Given a merited break around the 60-minute point. Six

Jude Bellingham Played in an advanced role down the right and also contributed with dirty work. Demonstrated moments of class and scuffed a shot high. Substituted towards the end by Rogers, his rival, after receiving a caution. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s clearest opportunity before halftime, his shot well saved by the Albanian keeper. With a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to stretch the play out wide although his balls from the touchline were hit and miss. Taken off late in the match. 6/10

Harry Kane The decisive figure with his two more finishes at international level. His first a classic opportunist's goal while the second a superb header after peeling away from his marker. At 32, he’s only getting better and England stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him up top. Eight

Eberechi Eze Struggled to influence play out wide. Was presented with a good opening when set up from a teammate but Strakosha kept it out. His replacement made much more of effect in his place. 5/10

Replacements

• Foden (for a teammate 63) Appeared sharp and combined effectively with Kane in a natural spot, Six
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities but his corner provided the first goal, 6
• Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Lively after coming on and set up the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the far post, Seven
• Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Looks established already, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10