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Throughout a impressive display, England wrapped up a further victory versus Albania, with multiple players turning in memorable displays during the match.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Not a save required before the break until forced to intervene from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker demonstrated excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested against Albania’s main danger in Hoxha. Played through the middle to begin with then shifted to the flank once a teammate was introduced. Seven

John Stones Advanced into midfield with the ball at his feet, a familiar role in the past. Sometimes seemed hesitant on the ball with the tactic discontinued at half-time. 6

The tall defender Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, per usual, perhaps is a replacement to his teammate in defense as opposed to paired with him. A loose pass after the break came close to the first goal from Albania. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly One more confident showing by the youngster after his initial appearance against another side. Saka failed to make the opportunity from a gorgeous touch over their defense. The left-back spot is his to lose so soon. 7

The newcomer His maiden beginning for his country. Somewhat sloppy on the ball though his whipped deliveries were a threat. An effective game manager for the boss to utilize versus sides that sit back. Booked for a rash foul. 6/10

The midfielder Crosses on corner kicks and free-kicks created chances. Enjoyed freedom to drift down the left flank only to be offside as the pass came with a chance to score. Awarded a deserved break after an hour. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Operated in a high position on the right and also contributed with dirty work. Displayed flashes of quality and scuffed an effort high. Withdrawn late on by a teammate, a fellow player, after being booked. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity before halftime, his effort excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. As Quansah hanging back, it fell to him to stretch the play down the right side but his crosses from wide areas were hit and miss. Taken off with 15 to go. 6

The captain The match-winner scoring two more goals in an England shirt. His first a classic opportunist's goal while the second a classy header after peeling away off his defender. Now 32, he’s only getting better and England stand a real opportunity in future competitions when he's in the team. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play from the left. Had a presentable chance following a pass by Bellingham but the keeper made the save. His replacement produced a bigger influence after coming on. 5/10

Replacements

• Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Looked lively connecting seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities but his corner led to the first goal, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Active when brought on assisting Kane’s second with superb cross to the back post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable so soon, Six
• Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, 6