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In a commanding performance, England clinched another triumph against their opponents, with multiple players producing memorable displays on the pitch.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make before the break until called into action from an opponent's bent shot. One well-timed sliding intervention on Qazim Laci demonstrated excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined by Albania’s primary attacker through Hoxha. Operated more centrally to begin with then shifted to the flank after a teammate entered the fray. 7

The defender Moved forward when in possession, a familiar role previously. On occasion was too casual on the ball with the experiment discontinued by the interval. Six

The tall defender A nuisance at set pieces, typically, could serve as another option for Stones at the back as opposed to paired with him. A careless distribution later in the match nearly resulted in a goal for Albania. 6/10

The young full-back A further confident performance by the youngster following his debut against another side. A teammate failed to make the most of a clever flick over the opposing backline. His position is firmly his so soon. 7/10

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning in an England shirt. A bit loose when playing out however his inswinging corners posed a danger. A useful game manager available to the coach to have versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a rash challenge. 6/10

Declan Rice Deliveries from dead balls and set-plays caused problems. Enjoyed room to drift down the left flank yet found himself in an offside position when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Given a well-earned rest on the hour mark. Six

Jude Bellingham Played in a high spot on the right while also contributed with defensive duties. Displayed flashes of quality and mishit a shot wide. Replaced late on by Rogers, his rival, after being booked. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s best chance before halftime, his effort well saved by the opposing goalkeeper. As a teammate hanging back, he was forced to stretch the play out wide although his balls from the touchline varied in quality. Taken off with 15 to go. Six

Harry Kane The match-winner with his 77th and 78th goals in an England shirt. The first a classic close-range tap-in and his next an excellent headed goal having drifted away off his defender. At 32, he continues to improve and England have every chance next summer with him up top. 8

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up by the midfielder yet the keeper denied him. Rashford made much more of effect when substituted. Five

Replacements

• Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright and linked up effectively with the striker in a natural spot, Six
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Missed opportunities but his corner provided the first goal, Six
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Energetic after coming on and provided Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Seems settled at this level, 6
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to affect things, Six