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In a impressive display, the English national team wrapped up one more victory versus Albania, with a number of squad members turning in notable performances during the match.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Had little to do to make during the opening 45 before forced to intervene from an opponent's curling effort. One well-timed sliding challenge against Qazim Laci showed sharp reading of the game. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested by Albania’s main danger in their forward. Started more centrally initially later drifted out wide after a teammate entered the fray. 7/10

The defender Moved forward when in possession, as he has done previously. On occasion lacked urgency on the ball with the approach was shelved after the break. 6/10

The tall defender A constant threat at set pieces, typically, perhaps is an alternative to his teammate in the backline rather than alongside him. A loose ball in the second half came close to a goal for the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly Another composed showing from the 20-year-old after his debut against Serbia. A teammate failed to make full advantage of a gorgeous touch over the opposing backline. The role is firmly his already. 7

The newcomer His maiden beginning in an England shirt. Somewhat sloppy in possession though his inswinging set-pieces caused problems. A handy pace-controller for the manager to call upon versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a rash challenge. Six

The midfielder Deliveries from corners and free kicks were dangerous. Was given license to move on the left but was offside when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Awarded a merited rest around the 60-minute point. 6

Jude Bellingham Played in a high position down the right and did plenty of dirty work. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance and mishit an attempt wide. Replaced towards the end by a teammate, his rival, following a yellow card. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s clearest opportunity before halftime, his effort smartly stopped from the Albanian keeper. With Quansah holding position, it fell to him to stretch the play down the right side but his crosses from wide areas varied in quality. Substituted late in the match. 6/10

Harry Kane The decisive figure netting two more goals at international level. The opener a typical close-range tap-in while the second a superb headed goal having drifted away away from the opposition. At 32, he continues to improve and the side have every chance in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. Eight

The attacker Had difficulty to influence play out wide. Was presented with a good opening following a pass by the midfielder yet the keeper kept it out. Rashford had a greater effect when substituted. 5/10

Replacements

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and combined effectively with Kane in more familiar role, 6
• Saka (on for Eze 63) Missed opportunities yet his delivery provided the opener, Six
• Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Active upon introduction and provided the captain's brace with superb cross into the area, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, Six
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, Six