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During a impressive display, the English national team wrapped up one more victory versus Albania, featuring multiple squad members producing notable performances throughout the game.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Had little to do required before the break but then forced to intervene from an opponent's curled attempt. His sliding challenge on Qazim Laci demonstrated excellent anticipation. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested by Albania’s biggest threat through their forward. Started through the middle initially then shifted to the flank after Saka was introduced. 7/10

John Stones Moved forward when in possession, as he has done in the past. At times was too casual on the ball and the experiment was shelved after the break. 6/10

The tall defender Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, as always, but may be an alternative for Stones at the back instead of alongside him. One wayward pass after the break came close to an opener for the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back Another assured display from the 20-year-old following his debut versus Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on the opportunity from a clever backheel behind the Albania defence. The left-back spot is his to lose so soon. 7

The newcomer A debut start with the national team. Slightly loose in possession though his inswinging set-pieces caused problems. A handy game manager available to the coach to utilize versus sides that sit back. Cautioned for a rash challenge. 6

The midfielder Crosses on corner kicks and free kicks were dangerous. Enjoyed freedom to roam on the left only to be offside as the pass came in front of goal. Granted a deserved break around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Functioned in a high role down the right and put in the hard yards. Demonstrated flashes of quality but dragged an attempt high. Substituted in the closing stages for a teammate, his rival, following a yellow card. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's top opening in the opening period, his shot well saved from Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah staying deep, he had to offer an outlet down the right side yet his deliveries from wide areas were inconsistent. Substituted late in the match. 6

Harry Kane The difference-maker with his two more strikes for his country. The first a typical opportunist's goal and the second a superb headed goal after peeling away away from the opposition. Aged 32, he’s only getting better with the national team are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to make an impact from the left. Had a presentable chance following a pass from a teammate however the keeper made the save. Rashford produced a bigger influence when substituted. 5/10

Bench Players

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and linked up effectively with Kane in more familiar role, 6
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert yet his delivery provided the opener, 6
• Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Lively upon introduction and provided the second goal via an excellent ball to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Seems settled so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to affect things, Six