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In a impressive display, England secured a further triumph versus Albania, with several squad members delivering memorable displays during the match.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Had little to do to make before the break before tested by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. A sliding tackle on an Albanian attacker highlighted his game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged by the opposition's biggest threat in Hoxha. Started through the middle to begin with but moved wider once a teammate was introduced. 7/10

The defender Pushed into midfield when in possession, as he has done before. On occasion lacked urgency when carrying play and the experiment discontinued after the break. 6

The tall defender A nuisance from dead balls, typically, perhaps is another option for Stones in defense instead of his partner. A loose pass in the second half nearly resulted in an opener from the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back A further assured showing by the rising star after his initial appearance against another side. A teammate did not capitalize on the opportunity from an exquisite backheel behind the Albania defence. His position is firmly his at this stage. 7/10

The newcomer His maiden beginning in an England shirt. Slightly careless on the ball however his inswinging deliveries posed a danger. A handy pace-controller for the manager to utilize against teams who drop deep. Cautioned after a reckless tackle. 6/10

The midfielder Deliveries from dead balls and set-plays created chances. Had room to roam on the left yet found himself offside upon receiving with a chance to score. Given a deserved substitution on the hour mark. 6

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a high spot on the right while also contributed with dirty work. Showed moments of class and mishit an attempt wide. Replaced towards the end by a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s top opening of the first half, his shot excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. As Quansah staying deep, he was forced to stretch the play down the right side yet his deliveries from the touchline varied in quality. Substituted late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The decisive figure scoring 77th and 78th finishes for his country. The opener a classic opportunist's goal and the second an excellent header having drifted away away from the opposition. At 32, he’s only getting better and England have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8/10

The attacker Found it tough to influence play out wide. Had a presentable chance when set up by the midfielder but Strakosha made the save. Rashford made much more of effect after coming on. 5/10

Substitutes

• Foden (for Rice 63) Was bright and combined effectively with Kane in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances yet his delivery provided the first goal, 6/10
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Active upon introduction and provided the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the far post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Looks established already, 6
• Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Not enough time to make an impact, Six