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Throughout a impressive display, England clinched one more win against Albania, featuring a number of squad members delivering memorable displays on the pitch.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to make before the break before forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding intervention on an Albanian attacker demonstrated sharp reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested against the opposition's biggest threat in their forward. Operated more centrally to begin with but moved to the flank after Saka came on. 7

John Stones Pushed up the pitch when in possession, something he's known for before. Sometimes seemed hesitant in possession and the approach abandoned after the break. 6

The tall defender A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, per usual, could serve as an alternative for his teammate in the backline rather than his partner. A careless distribution in the second half came close to an opener from the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back Another confident display by the youngster following his initial appearance versus Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on the most of a clever backheel behind the Albania defence. The role is firmly his at this stage. 7

Adam Wharton His first start in an England shirt. A bit careless on the ball though his dangerous deliveries posed a danger. A handy tempo-setter for the coach to have versus sides that sit back. Shown a yellow for a rash challenge. Six

Declan Rice Deliveries from corners and free-kicks created chances. Enjoyed freedom to move down the left flank only to be in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Granted a deserved break on the hour mark. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Played in an advanced spot on the right while also contributed with defensive duties. Displayed moments of class but dragged an effort over. Substituted late on by Rogers, a fellow player, following a yellow card. Seven

The winger Was presented with England’s clearest opportunity before halftime, his strike well saved by the opposing goalkeeper. With Quansah hanging back, he had to offer an outlet down the right side although his balls from the touchline varied in quality. Taken off for the final quarter-hour. 6

The captain The decisive figure netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes in an England shirt. The first a typical close-range tap-in and his next an excellent header following a clever run away from the opposition. At 32, he continues to improve and the side stand a real opportunity next summer with him leading the line. Eight

The attacker Struggled to get into the game from the left. Was presented with a good opening after being played in by Bellingham however the keeper made the save. His replacement made much more of an impact after coming on. Five

Replacements

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp connecting well with Kane in a preferred position, 6
• Saka (for Eze 63) Missed opportunities yet his delivery led to the first goal, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker 75) Energetic after coming on and provided the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable at this level, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, Six