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In a impressive showing, England wrapped up another triumph versus their opponents, featuring multiple squad members delivering notable performances throughout the game.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to perform before the break until called into action from an opponent's curling effort. His sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker highlighted his game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested by the opposition's primary attacker in their forward. Played more centrally to begin with then shifted to the flank once a teammate came on. Seven

John Stones Advanced up the pitch with the ball at his feet, something he's known for before. At times seemed hesitant on the ball with the approach abandoned at half-time. Six

Dan Burn Always dangerous from dead balls, as always, but may be a replacement for his teammate in defense as opposed to his partner. A careless ball in the second half almost led to the first goal from the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly A further assured performance by the 20-year-old after his initial appearance against Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on the opportunity from an exquisite flick over the Albania defence. The role looks secure at this stage. 7

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning with the national team. A bit careless in possession but his dangerous set-pieces posed a danger. A handy game manager for the manager to utilize against teams who drop deep. Booked after a reckless foul. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses on corner kicks and free kicks caused problems. Was given room to roam on the left but was in an offside position when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Granted a well-earned rest around the 60-minute point. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a forward role on the right while also put in dirty work. Demonstrated moments of class and dragged a shot over. Replaced towards the end by Rogers, a fellow player, after being booked. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s best chance of the first half, his strike well saved from the Albanian keeper. As a teammate staying deep, he was forced to stretch the play out wide yet his deliveries from wide areas were hit and miss. Substituted late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The decisive figure with his two more goals at international level. His first a typical poacher’s finish and his next a classy header having drifted away away from the opposition. At 32, he’s only getting better and England have every chance next summer when he's in the team. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Struggled to get into the game on the left flank. Was presented with a decent opportunity when set up by the midfielder however the keeper made the save. Rashford produced a bigger effect after coming on. Five

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Looked lively connecting well with the striker in more familiar role, 6/10
• Saka (on for the winger 63) Spurned chances although his set-piece created the first goal, 6
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Active when brought on and set up Kane’s second with superb cross to the far post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Looks established so soon, 6
• Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to affect things, 6/10