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During a commanding display, England wrapped up a further triumph versus Albania, featuring a number of squad members producing memorable performances during the match.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Had little to do required during the opening 45 before forced to intervene by an opponent's curling effort. A sliding tackle on an Albanian attacker showed excellent anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged by the opposition's main danger in their forward. Operated through the middle initially later drifted wider after a teammate entered the fray. 7/10

The defender Moved forward with the ball at his feet, as he has done before. On occasion seemed hesitant in possession with the tactic was shelved after the break. 6

The tall defender A nuisance from dead balls, per usual, could serve as an alternative for his teammate in the backline instead of paired with him. One wayward pass in the second half came close to an opener from the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back A further confident performance by the 20-year-old after his first cap against Serbia. Saka failed to make full advantage of an exquisite flick behind their defense. His position looks secure already. 7/10

The newcomer His first start in an England shirt. Slightly sloppy when playing out though his whipped corners were a threat. A useful pace-controller for the coach to utilize against defensive opponents. Booked for a poorly timed tackle. Six

Declan Rice Deliveries on corner kicks and free-kicks created chances. Had freedom to roam down the left flank yet found himself in an offside position when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Given a deserved substitution on the hour mark. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a forward role on the right and put in dirty work. Demonstrated moments of class and mishit an attempt wide. Replaced late on by a teammate, his competition, after being booked. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s best chance before halftime, his effort excellently kept out by the opposing goalkeeper. With Quansah hanging back, he was forced to offer an outlet down the right side but his crosses from wide areas were inconsistent. Replaced with 15 to go. Six

Harry Kane The decisive figure netting 77th and 78th strikes for his country. The opener a trademark close-range tap-in and his next a classy header following a clever run off his defender. Now 32, he’s only getting better with the national team stand a real opportunity next summer with him leading the line. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play out wide. Had a presentable chance when set up by Bellingham but Strakosha made the save. His replacement had a greater an impact in his place. 5

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright and combined well with Kane in a natural spot, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze 63) Failed to convert yet his delivery provided the opener, 6/10
• Rashford (for the attacker 75) Lively when brought on and provided the second goal via an excellent ball to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established so soon, 6/10
• Rogers (for the star 84) Not enough time to affect things, 6