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During a impressive performance, the English national team secured a further triumph versus Albania, featuring a number of players delivering memorable performances throughout the game.

Starting XI

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to perform before the break until called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. One well-timed sliding challenge against Qazim Laci demonstrated sharp game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Challenged against Albania’s biggest threat in their forward. Played through the middle early on later drifted wider once Saka came on. 7/10

The defender Advanced forward with the ball at his feet, something he's known for in the past. Sometimes was too casual on the ball with the approach discontinued after the break. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat from dead balls, per usual, perhaps is an alternative to his teammate in defense instead of his partner. One wayward pass after the break almost led to an opener from the visitors. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly A further assured performance by the youngster following his initial appearance versus another side. Saka failed to make full advantage of a clever flick behind their defense. The left-back spot is firmly his so soon. Seven

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning with the national team. Slightly loose on the ball but his whipped set-pieces posed a danger. An effective tempo-setter for the boss to have versus sides that sit back. Cautioned for a rash tackle. Six

The midfielder Crosses from dead balls and free-kicks caused problems. Was given room to drift in left midfield only to be in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Given a merited substitution around the 60-minute point. Six

The star midfielder Played in a high role out wide and contributed with dirty work. Showed glimpses of brilliance and scuffed an effort over. Withdrawn towards the end for a teammate, his rival, after being booked. Seven

The winger Had England’s top opening in the opening period, his shot well saved by Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah hanging back, he had to stretch the play down the right side yet his deliveries into the box varied in quality. Replaced late in the match. Six

The captain The difference-maker scoring two more finishes for his country. The first a trademark close-range tap-in while the second a classy finish with his head having drifted away off his defender. At 32, he’s only getting better and the side stand a real opportunity next summer when he's in the team. Eight

Eberechi Eze Struggled to get into the game on the left flank. Had a good opening after being played in by Bellingham however Strakosha denied him. His replacement made much more of influence in his place. 5/10

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively and combined well with Kane in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Failed to convert but his corner led to the first goal, Six
• Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Active upon introduction and provided the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established already, 6
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Not enough time to influence the game, 6