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During a dominant display, the English national team clinched another triumph against Albania, with several squad members turning in notable displays during the match.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Not a save to make before the break but then forced to intervene by an opponent's curling effort. One well-timed sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker demonstrated sharp reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged against the opposition's primary attacker in their forward. Operated in a central role initially later drifted to the flank after Saka entered the fray. 7/10

The defender Moved up the pitch on the ball, something he's known for previously. At times lacked urgency on the ball with the tactic was shelved at half-time. Six

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, per usual, perhaps is an alternative to Stones in defense instead of his partner. One wayward ball after the break nearly resulted in an opener for the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly One more assured display from the youngster after his first cap versus Serbia. A teammate failed to make full advantage of an exquisite touch behind the opposing backline. The left-back spot is firmly his at this stage. Seven

Adam Wharton His first start for his country. A bit sloppy on the ball though his whipped corners caused problems. A handy pace-controller available to the manager to have against sides that sit back. Cautioned for a poorly timed foul. 6

The midfielder Crosses on corner kicks and set-plays caused problems. Was given freedom to roam on the left yet found himself in an offside position when the ball arrived in front of goal. Granted a deserved substitution after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Played in a forward role on the right and also put in the hard yards. Showed moments of class but dragged a shot high. Withdrawn late on by a teammate, his competition, following a yellow card. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's best chance of the first half, his shot well saved from the Albanian keeper. As a teammate holding position, it fell to him to offer an outlet out wide although his balls into the box were inconsistent. Replaced with 15 to go. Six

Harry Kane The match-winner with his two more strikes at international level. The opener a classic close-range tap-in while the second a superb header following a clever run from his marker. Now 32, he’s only getting better and England have every chance next summer when he's in the team. Eight

The attacker Had difficulty to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a presentable chance following a pass by Bellingham however the keeper kept it out. Rashford produced a bigger effect after coming on. 5

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp connecting well with Kane in a preferred position, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Failed to convert yet his delivery created the opener, 6
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Active upon introduction assisting the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery into the area, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Looks established so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to make an impact, 6/10