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During a impressive performance, England clinched one more win against their opponents, with a number of squad members delivering notable performances throughout the game.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to perform during the opening 45 before called into action from an opponent's bent shot. One well-timed sliding tackle against Qazim Laci highlighted excellent game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested by Albania’s main danger in Hoxha. Played through the middle to begin with later drifted to the flank once Saka came on. Seven

The defender Moved forward on the ball, something he's known for in the past. Sometimes seemed hesitant on the ball and the approach discontinued after the break. 6/10

The tall defender A nuisance at set pieces, per usual, perhaps is an alternative for Stones in defense instead of alongside him. A loose distribution in the second half nearly resulted in a goal from Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly Another confident showing from the youngster after his initial appearance against another side. Saka was unable to take full advantage of a gorgeous touch behind the Albania defence. The left-back spot is his to lose already. 7/10

The newcomer His maiden beginning with the national team. Somewhat loose on the ball though his dangerous corners posed a danger. A useful game manager available to the coach to call upon versus defensive opponents. Shown a yellow for a rash challenge. 6

Declan Rice Set-pieces from dead balls and free-kicks created chances. Enjoyed room to drift in left midfield yet found himself offside upon receiving in shooting positions. Awarded a deserved rest around the 60-minute point. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a high spot down the right and also contributed with dirty work. Showed glimpses of brilliance and dragged a shot high. Replaced late on by Rogers, his rival, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's best chance before halftime, his effort well saved by the Albanian keeper. With a teammate holding position, it fell to him to offer an outlet out wide yet his deliveries into the box were hit and miss. Replaced with 15 to go. 6/10

The captain The difference-maker with his 77th and 78th strikes in an England shirt. The opener a typical poacher’s finish and his next an excellent headed goal having drifted away away from the opposition. Now 32, he’s only getting better with the national team stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. Eight

The attacker Had difficulty to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up by Bellingham however Strakosha made the save. His replacement made much more of an impact in his place. 5/10

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice 63) Looked lively and combined effectively with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances but his corner provided the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Active upon introduction and set up the second goal with superb cross to the far post, 7
• Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Seems settled so soon, 6/10
• Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6