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Throughout a impressive showing, England wrapped up one more triumph against Albania, with several players turning in notable performances on the pitch.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required during the opening 45 before tested from Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. A sliding tackle against Qazim Laci showed sharp game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested by the opposition's primary attacker in Hoxha. Operated in a central role early on but moved out wide once a teammate came on. 7/10

The defender Pushed forward on the ball, something he's known for previously. On occasion seemed hesitant when carrying play and the experiment was shelved by the interval. 6

The tall defender A constant threat at set pieces, per usual, perhaps is another option for his teammate at the back instead of paired with him. One wayward pass in the second half came close to a goal for the visitors. Six

The young full-back A further composed showing from the rising star following his initial appearance versus Serbia. Saka was unable to take the opportunity from a clever flick over the Albania defence. The role is his to lose already. 7/10

The newcomer A debut start for his country. Somewhat careless on the ball but his dangerous deliveries posed a danger. A handy tempo-setter for the coach to call upon against defensive opponents. Shown a yellow for a poorly timed tackle. 6

Declan Rice Crosses from dead balls and free-kicks caused problems. Had freedom to drift in left midfield only to be in an offside position when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Granted a well-earned break around the 60-minute point. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a forward position out wide and also put in dirty work. Displayed moments of class and dragged an effort wide. Replaced in the closing stages by Rogers, his competition, after receiving a caution. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s clearest opportunity before halftime, his effort well saved from Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah staying deep, he was forced to offer an outlet out wide although his balls into the box varied in quality. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. Six

The captain The match-winner with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals in an England shirt. The first a classic close-range tap-in and his next a classy header after peeling away off his defender. Now 32, he’s only getting better and the side stand a real opportunity next summer with him leading the line. 8

Eberechi Eze Struggled to influence play from the left. Had a presentable chance after being played in by the midfielder however Strakosha made the save. His replacement produced a bigger an impact when substituted. Five

Substitutes

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and combined seamlessly with the striker in a natural spot, 6
• Saka (for Eze 63) Missed opportunities although his set-piece led to the breakthrough, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Active upon introduction and set up Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery into the area, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton 75) Looks established already, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for the star 84) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, Six