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Throughout a impressive showing, England wrapped up a further victory versus Albania, with multiple players turning in standout displays on the pitch.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Had little to do to make during the opening 45 but then tested by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. A sliding challenge against Qazim Laci highlighted his reading of the game. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Examined by the opposition's main danger in Hoxha. Started more centrally early on but moved to the flank after a teammate was introduced. Seven

John Stones Moved forward with the ball at his feet, something he's known for previously. At times was too casual when carrying play and the approach discontinued by the interval. Six

Dan Burn Always dangerous from dead balls, per usual, could serve as another option for his teammate in defense instead of his partner. A loose distribution after the break nearly resulted in an opener from Albania. 6/10

The young full-back Another confident performance from the youngster after his debut against another side. Saka did not capitalize on the opportunity from an exquisite touch behind the Albania defence. His position is his to lose at this stage. 7

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly loose when playing out however his inswinging set-pieces were a threat. A handy tempo-setter for the boss to have against sides that sit back. Cautioned for a poorly timed foul. 6

The midfielder Set-pieces from dead balls and free-kicks were dangerous. Was given license to drift down the left flank yet found himself offside as the pass came in front of goal. Granted a well-earned break around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Functioned in an advanced position on the right and did plenty of the hard yards. Demonstrated flashes of quality and scuffed an attempt wide. Withdrawn late on for Rogers, his competition, after being booked. Seven

The winger Had England’s clearest opportunity in the opening period, his strike smartly stopped from the opposing goalkeeper. As a teammate hanging back, he was forced to stretch the play on the right although his balls from wide areas varied in quality. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. Six

The captain The match-winner with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals for his country. His first a typical close-range tap-in while the second an excellent header having drifted away off his defender. Now 32, he continues to improve and the side have every chance in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Struggled to influence play on the left flank. Was presented with a presentable chance following a pass from a teammate but Strakosha made the save. Rashford had a greater an impact in his place. 5

Replacements

• Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively and linked up effectively with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities but his corner led to the opener, Six
• Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Energetic when brought on assisting Kane’s second with superb cross to the far post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, Six
• Rogers (for the star 84) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, 6/10