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During a dominant showing, England clinched another triumph versus their opponents, with a number of squad members delivering standout displays on the pitch.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to make during the opening 45 before forced to intervene by an opponent's bent shot. A sliding tackle on Qazim Laci showed sharp game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested by Albania’s biggest threat in Hoxha. Operated through the middle early on but moved out wide after Saka came on. 7

John Stones Moved forward when in possession, a familiar role before. At times seemed hesitant on the ball with the tactic discontinued after the break. 6

Dan Burn Always dangerous from dead balls, as always, could serve as another option for Stones at the back as opposed to his partner. A careless pass after the break came close to an opener for Albania. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly One more assured performance from the youngster following his debut versus Serbia. A teammate was unable to take full advantage of a gorgeous flick over the opposing backline. The left-back spot looks secure at this stage. 7

The newcomer His first start in an England shirt. A bit sloppy when playing out however his dangerous corners caused problems. A handy tempo-setter available to the manager to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Shown a yellow for a rash foul. Six

The midfielder Deliveries from dead balls and set-plays were dangerous. Was given freedom to drift on the left yet found himself offside upon receiving with a chance to score. Granted a merited rest on the hour mark. 6/10

The star midfielder Played in a forward position out wide while also put in dirty work. Displayed glimpses of brilliance but mishit an effort high. Substituted towards the end for a teammate, his rival, after being booked. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s clearest opportunity in the opening period, his shot excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. With Quansah hanging back, he had to provide width on the right although his balls from the touchline were inconsistent. Replaced with 15 to go. Six

The captain The decisive figure scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals at international level. The opener a trademark opportunist's goal while the second a classy headed goal having drifted away away from the opposition. Now 32, he’s only getting better and the side have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him up top. Eight

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to get into the game on the left flank. Had a presentable chance after being played in by the midfielder but Strakosha denied him. His replacement produced a bigger effect after coming on. 5

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright and linked up well with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Missed opportunities yet his delivery created the first goal, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Energetic after coming on and provided the captain's brace with superb cross into the area, Seven
• Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, Six
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, 6