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During a dominant showing, the English national team clinched a further victory versus their opponents, featuring a number of players turning in standout performances on the pitch.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested required during the opening 45 but then called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. His sliding challenge on Qazim Laci highlighted excellent anticipation. 6/10

The debutant Challenged against the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Operated in a central role early on then shifted wider once Saka came on. 7

The defender Moved forward with the ball at his feet, as he has done before. At times was too casual on the ball with the approach discontinued at half-time. 6/10

The tall defender A constant threat from dead balls, typically, could serve as a replacement to Stones in defense rather than paired with him. One wayward ball after the break almost led to the first goal for Albania. 6

The young full-back A further confident showing from the rising star following his debut versus another side. A teammate failed to make the most of a clever touch over their defense. His position is firmly his so soon. Seven

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly sloppy when playing out though his whipped deliveries posed a danger. An effective tempo-setter available to the manager to have versus teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a poorly timed challenge. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses from dead balls and set-plays created chances. Had license to move down the left flank but was offside as the pass came in shooting positions. Awarded a well-earned substitution around the 60-minute point. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Functioned in an advanced role on the right and also contributed with dirty work. Displayed flashes of quality but scuffed an attempt high. Replaced in the closing stages by a teammate, his rival, after being booked. Seven

The winger Had the team's clearest opportunity in the opening period, his effort smartly stopped from Thomas Strakosha. With a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to stretch the play on the right although his balls from wide areas varied in quality. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6

Harry Kane The difference-maker scoring two more goals in an England shirt. The opener a typical close-range tap-in while the second an excellent header following a clever run away from the opposition. Now 32, he’s only getting better with the national team stand a real opportunity next summer when he's in the team. 8

The attacker Had difficulty to influence play from the left. Had a presentable chance when set up by the midfielder yet Strakosha kept it out. His replacement had a greater effect when substituted. 5/10

Bench Players

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright and linked up effectively with the striker in more familiar role, 6/10
• Saka (on for Eze 63) Failed to convert although his set-piece led to the opener, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Lively when brought on and provided the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Looks established so soon, 6/10
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to affect things, Six