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In a dominant display, England secured one more victory versus their opponents, with a number of squad members turning in notable performances during the match.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Had little to do to perform during the opening 45 until forced to intervene from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. A sliding intervention on Qazim Laci highlighted sharp game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested by Albania’s main danger through their forward. Started through the middle to begin with but moved to the flank once a teammate entered the fray. 7

The defender Advanced up the pitch on the ball, a familiar role before. Sometimes was too casual on the ball and the experiment abandoned after the break. Six

The tall defender Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, per usual, could serve as a replacement for Stones in the backline rather than paired with him. A careless ball in the second half nearly resulted in a goal for Albania. Six

The young full-back Another composed showing by the youngster following his first cap against another side. Saka was unable to take full advantage of a clever touch behind the opposing backline. The left-back spot is his to lose so soon. 7/10

Adam Wharton A debut start for his country. Slightly sloppy in possession but his whipped corners posed a danger. A useful tempo-setter for the boss to utilize against sides that sit back. Booked for a rash challenge. Six

The midfielder Deliveries on corner kicks and free-kicks caused problems. Enjoyed license to drift on the left only to be in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Granted a merited rest after an hour. 6

The star midfielder Functioned in a high position out wide and also contributed with the hard yards. Demonstrated moments of class and mishit a shot high. Withdrawn in the closing stages by a teammate, his competition, after receiving a caution. 7

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity before halftime, his strike well saved by the opposing goalkeeper. As a teammate staying deep, he was forced to provide width on the right but his crosses from the touchline were hit and miss. Replaced late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The decisive figure scoring 77th and 78th strikes at international level. His first a typical poacher’s finish while the second a superb finish with his head having drifted away off his defender. Aged 32, he’s only getting better and England are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him up top. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game on the left flank. Had a good opening following a pass from a teammate yet Strakosha made the save. Rashford had a greater effect in his place. 5

Replacements

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively and linked up effectively with Kane in a preferred position, Six
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities but his corner provided the opener, 6/10
• Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Active upon introduction and provided Kane’s second with superb cross to the back post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for the star 84) Not enough time to affect things, 6