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In a dominant showing, England wrapped up another victory versus Albania, featuring a number of players producing standout displays during the match.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Not a save required in the first half until forced to intervene from an opponent's curling effort. A sliding challenge against Qazim Laci demonstrated his game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Challenged by the opposition's main danger in their forward. Operated in a central role initially then shifted wider after Saka entered the fray. 7/10

The defender Pushed into midfield when in possession, something he's known for previously. Sometimes seemed hesitant on the ball with the tactic discontinued after the break. Six

Dan Burn A constant threat at set pieces, typically, perhaps is another option to Stones at the back as opposed to alongside him. A careless ball later in the match came close to an opener for Albania. 6

The young full-back A further confident display from the rising star after his first cap versus another side. Saka failed to make the opportunity from an exquisite flick over the opposing backline. The role looks secure so soon. 7/10

Adam Wharton His first start with the national team. Slightly loose on the ball however his dangerous set-pieces posed a danger. A useful tempo-setter available to the manager to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Shown a yellow after a reckless tackle. 6

Declan Rice Crosses on corner kicks and set-plays were dangerous. Was given freedom to drift in left midfield only to be in an offside position when the ball arrived in front of goal. Awarded a merited substitution after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a forward position down the right while also put in defensive duties. Showed flashes of quality and mishit an effort over. Substituted in the closing stages for a teammate, his rival, following a yellow card. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's top opening of the first half, his effort well saved from Thomas Strakosha. With Quansah hanging back, he was forced to provide width on the right but his crosses from wide areas were hit and miss. Substituted late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The decisive figure scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes at international level. The opener a classic close-range tap-in while the second a classy headed goal having drifted away away from the opposition. Aged 32, his form is unwavering and the side have every chance in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game from the left. Was presented with a good opening after being played in from a teammate however the keeper kept it out. Rashford made much more of effect in his place. 5/10

Replacements

• Foden (for Rice 63) Looked lively and combined seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, Six
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece led to the first goal, Six
• Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Energetic when brought on and set up the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable already, Six
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, 6/10