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In a commanding performance, the English national team secured another triumph against Albania, with multiple players producing notable performances throughout the game.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Not a save to make before the break but then called into action from an opponent's bent shot. His sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker highlighted excellent game intelligence. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested by Albania’s primary attacker in their forward. Operated more centrally to begin with but moved wider once a teammate was introduced. Seven

John Stones Pushed up the pitch when in possession, something he's known for before. On occasion was too casual in possession with the approach was shelved at half-time. 6/10

The tall defender Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, as always, could serve as a replacement for his teammate in the backline as opposed to paired with him. A careless ball after the break came close to a goal from the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly Another composed display from the youngster following his debut versus another side. Saka failed to make the opportunity from a gorgeous touch behind the Albania defence. The role is firmly his so soon. 7

Adam Wharton A debut start for his country. Somewhat loose on the ball but his whipped corners caused problems. A useful pace-controller for the manager to call upon against defensive opponents. Shown a yellow for a rash tackle. Six

The midfielder Deliveries from dead balls and free kicks were dangerous. Had room to drift down the left flank but was offside when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Given a merited break after an hour. 6/10

The star midfielder Functioned in a forward spot out wide and did plenty of the hard yards. Displayed flashes of quality but scuffed an attempt wide. Replaced late on by a teammate, his competition, after receiving a caution. 7/10

The winger Had the team's top opening of the first half, his effort smartly stopped from the Albanian keeper. As a teammate staying deep, he was forced to offer an outlet down the right side although his balls into the box were inconsistent. Replaced late in the match. Six

The captain The match-winner with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals at international level. The opener a classic poacher’s finish and his next a classy finish with his head having drifted away from his marker. Now 32, his form is unwavering with the national team have every chance next summer with him up top. 8

Eberechi Eze Struggled to make an impact on the left flank. Had a decent opportunity after being played in by Bellingham yet the keeper denied him. Rashford had a greater an impact after coming on. Five

Replacements

• Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and combined well with Kane in a natural spot, Six
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece led to the opener, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Energetic upon introduction assisting the second goal with a brilliant delivery into the area, 7/10
• Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for the star 84) Too brief a spell to make an impact, Six