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In a commanding showing, England wrapped up another win versus Albania, with several players delivering notable displays during the match.

First-choice XI

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make during the opening 45 before forced to intervene by an opponent's bent shot. His sliding challenge on Qazim Laci showed his anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined by the opposition's primary attacker in their forward. Operated in a central role initially but moved to the flank after a teammate came on. 7

The defender Advanced into midfield on the ball, as he has done before. At times seemed hesitant on the ball and the experiment abandoned after the break. Six

Dan Burn A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, typically, but may be an alternative for his teammate in defense as opposed to alongside him. A loose pass later in the match came close to the first goal from the visitors. Six

The young full-back Another confident showing by the 20-year-old following his initial appearance versus another side. Saka failed to make the most of a gorgeous touch over the opposing backline. The left-back spot is his to lose at this stage. 7/10

The newcomer A debut start for his country. A bit careless when playing out but his inswinging corners posed a danger. A useful game manager for the boss to utilize versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a rash challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Deliveries on corner kicks and free kicks were dangerous. Had room to roam on the left yet found himself in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Given a merited substitution on the hour mark. 6

The star midfielder Played in a forward spot on the right and also contributed with dirty work. Showed glimpses of brilliance but dragged a shot over. Substituted late on by a teammate, a fellow player, following a yellow card. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s best chance of the first half, his effort excellently kept out from Thomas Strakosha. With Quansah staying deep, it fell to him to offer an outlet down the right side although his balls from the touchline varied in quality. Substituted late in the match. 6

The captain The difference-maker scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes in an England shirt. His first a classic close-range tap-in while the second a classy header having drifted away off his defender. Aged 32, his form is unwavering with the national team are strong contenders next summer with him up top. 8

The attacker Struggled to make an impact out wide. Had a decent opportunity when set up from a teammate however the keeper made the save. His replacement produced a bigger an impact after coming on. 5/10

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting seamlessly with Kane in a preferred position, Six
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece provided the breakthrough, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Energetic when brought on and provided Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the far post, Seven
• Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable already, Six
• Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to make an impact, Six