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In a impressive showing, England wrapped up a further victory versus their opponents, with multiple squad members delivering memorable performances during the match.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to perform during the opening 45 but then tested from an opponent's bent shot. A sliding intervention on Qazim Laci demonstrated his game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Tested by Albania’s primary attacker through Hoxha. Started in a central role initially then shifted to the flank after Saka was introduced. 7/10

John Stones Advanced into midfield on the ball, a familiar role previously. On occasion seemed hesitant when carrying play with the approach was shelved after the break. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat from dead balls, as always, could serve as a replacement for Stones at the back rather than alongside him. One wayward distribution in the second half nearly resulted in the first goal from Albania. 6/10

The young full-back Another confident performance from the 20-year-old after his debut versus another side. A teammate was unable to take the opportunity from an exquisite backheel behind their defense. His position looks secure so soon. 7

The newcomer A debut start with the national team. Slightly loose in possession but his dangerous deliveries caused problems. A useful pace-controller available to the boss to utilize against defensive opponents. Booked for a poorly timed foul. 6/10

The midfielder Crosses from corners and free-kicks caused problems. Was given room to roam on the left yet found himself in an offside position upon receiving in shooting positions. Awarded a merited substitution around the 60-minute point. Six

The star midfielder Played in an advanced position out wide and also put in dirty work. Displayed moments of class and dragged a shot over. Withdrawn towards the end by Rogers, his competition, following a yellow card. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s best chance of the first half, his shot well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah holding position, he was forced to provide width down the right side but his crosses from wide areas were hit and miss. Replaced with 15 to go. Six

Harry Kane The decisive figure scoring two more finishes in an England shirt. The opener a typical poacher’s finish and the second a classy header after peeling away away from the opposition. At 32, his form is unwavering and the side stand a real opportunity next summer with him leading the line. 8/10

The attacker Struggled to get into the game from the left. Was presented with a presentable chance following a pass from a teammate yet the keeper kept it out. His replacement produced a bigger influence in his place. 5/10

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing Rice 63) Was bright connecting effectively with the striker in a natural spot, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert but his corner provided the first goal, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker 75) Active upon introduction and set up Kane’s second via an excellent ball to the back post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, 6/10
• Rogers (for the star 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10