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During a impressive performance, the English national team wrapped up one more win against their opponents, with a number of players producing memorable displays throughout the game.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required in the first half until called into action by an opponent's bent shot. A sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker demonstrated excellent anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged against the opposition's biggest threat in Hoxha. Played through the middle initially but moved to the flank once a teammate was introduced. 7/10

John Stones Advanced up the pitch when in possession, a familiar role before. Sometimes seemed hesitant when carrying play with the experiment abandoned after the break. 6

Dan Burn A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, per usual, but may be an alternative to his teammate in defense as opposed to alongside him. One wayward distribution in the second half came close to a goal for Albania. 6

The young full-back Another confident display from the youngster following his debut against another side. A teammate did not capitalize on the opportunity from a clever touch behind the opposing backline. The role is his to lose at this stage. 7/10

The newcomer His first start with the national team. A bit loose in possession but his dangerous corners posed a danger. A useful game manager for the manager to have against sides that sit back. Booked for a poorly timed tackle. 6/10

Declan Rice Set-pieces from corners and set-plays created chances. Had freedom to drift on the left but was offside upon receiving in shooting positions. Awarded a well-earned rest around the 60-minute point. 6

Jude Bellingham Functioned in an advanced spot out wide while also did plenty of the hard yards. Demonstrated flashes of quality and mishit an attempt wide. Replaced late on for Rogers, his rival, after being booked. 7

The winger Had England’s best chance of the first half, his shot smartly stopped from Thomas Strakosha. With a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to offer an outlet down the right side yet his deliveries into the box were inconsistent. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

The captain The match-winner scoring two more finishes at international level. The opener a classic poacher’s finish and the second an excellent header having drifted away off his defender. Aged 32, he continues to improve and England have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8/10

The attacker Struggled to influence play from the left. Had a decent opportunity following a pass by Bellingham however Strakosha kept it out. His replacement made much more of effect after coming on. 5/10

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Was bright and linked up seamlessly with Kane in a preferred position, Six
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Failed to convert although his set-piece created the first goal, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Lively when brought on assisting Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established at this level, Six
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, Six