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In a commanding display, England secured another triumph versus Albania, featuring a number of players delivering notable performances on the pitch.

Starting XI

The goalkeeper Not a save to make before the break but then forced to intervene by an opponent's curled attempt. One well-timed sliding challenge on an Albanian attacker highlighted his reading of the game. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged against Albania’s primary attacker in Hoxha. Played more centrally to begin with later drifted out wide after a teammate entered the fray. 7/10

The defender Moved up the pitch with the ball at his feet, something he's known for before. Sometimes lacked urgency in possession and the approach abandoned at half-time. Six

Dan Burn A nuisance at set pieces, per usual, could serve as an alternative to Stones in defense rather than his partner. A loose distribution later in the match almost led to a goal for Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly Another assured display by the rising star following his first cap versus another side. A teammate was unable to take the most of an exquisite backheel behind their defense. The left-back spot looks secure so soon. Seven

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning in an England shirt. Slightly careless when playing out however his inswinging corners caused problems. An effective game manager for the boss to utilize against teams who drop deep. Booked after a reckless tackle. 6/10

Declan Rice Deliveries from corners and set-plays created chances. Was given license to move in left midfield yet found himself offside upon receiving with a chance to score. Awarded a merited rest on the hour mark. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Operated in an advanced spot out wide and also contributed with the hard yards. Displayed moments of class but scuffed an attempt high. Substituted late on by Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. 7

The winger Had the team's top opening of the first half, his shot excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. As a teammate holding position, he was forced to stretch the play out wide but his crosses from the touchline varied in quality. Taken off late in the match. Six

The captain The difference-maker scoring two more strikes at international level. The opener a classic close-range tap-in and the second a classy header following a clever run off his defender. At 32, he’s only getting better with the national team have every chance next summer with him up top. 8

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a presentable chance after being played in by Bellingham but the keeper denied him. Rashford produced a bigger an impact after coming on. 5

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing Rice 63) Looked lively and combined seamlessly with the striker in more familiar role, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze 63) Missed opportunities although his set-piece created the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Energetic when brought on and provided Kane’s second via an excellent ball into the area, 7/10
• Anderson (for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for the star 84) Not enough time to make an impact, Six