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In a impressive display, the English national team wrapped up a further win versus their opponents, with a number of players turning in standout displays during the match.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to perform in the first half before tested by an opponent's curled attempt. A sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker highlighted sharp anticipation. 6/10

The debutant Challenged against Albania’s biggest threat through their forward. Played more centrally initially but moved wider once Saka came on. Seven

John Stones Moved into midfield when in possession, a familiar role in the past. At times was too casual when carrying play with the experiment discontinued at half-time. 6

The tall defender A constant threat at set pieces, per usual, perhaps is another option to Stones in the backline instead of paired with him. One wayward pass in the second half came close to the first goal from the visitors. Six

The young full-back One more confident display from the 20-year-old after his first cap against another side. A teammate failed to make full advantage of an exquisite flick behind the Albania defence. The left-back spot is firmly his at this stage. Seven

Adam Wharton His first start with the national team. A bit careless in possession but his dangerous corners were a threat. A handy game manager for the boss to call upon versus teams who drop deep. Booked for a rash challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Deliveries from corners and set-plays caused problems. Enjoyed license to drift down the left flank but was offside upon receiving with a chance to score. Awarded a deserved substitution after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a high role out wide and contributed with defensive duties. Displayed flashes of quality but scuffed an effort wide. Replaced towards the end for Rogers, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. 7

The winger Had England’s best chance of the first half, his strike well saved from the Albanian keeper. With Quansah holding position, he was forced to offer an outlet out wide but his crosses from the touchline varied in quality. Taken off late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes for his country. His first a trademark opportunist's goal and the second a classy finish with his head after peeling away from his marker. At 32, he continues to improve with the national team have every chance next summer with him leading the line. Eight

The attacker Found it tough to get into the game from the left. Was presented with a presentable chance following a pass from a teammate but the keeper made the save. His replacement made much more of influence after coming on. 5/10

Replacements

• Phil Foden (for Rice 63) Was bright and linked up effectively with Kane in a preferred position, 6
• Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities but his corner provided the opener, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Energetic after coming on and set up Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to make an impact, Six