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During a impressive performance, England secured a further win against Albania, with multiple players turning in standout displays during the match.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to make before the break but then tested from an opponent's curling effort. One well-timed sliding intervention against Qazim Laci highlighted sharp game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested by Albania’s biggest threat in their forward. Started in a central role to begin with but moved to the flank after a teammate entered the fray. Seven

The defender Pushed forward with the ball at his feet, as he has done in the past. At times lacked urgency in possession and the approach discontinued by the interval. 6/10

The tall defender Always dangerous from dead balls, per usual, perhaps is another option for Stones in defense rather than alongside him. A loose ball later in the match almost led to a goal from the visitors. 6

The young full-back A further composed display from the youngster after his debut versus another side. Saka failed to make the most of a gorgeous touch over their defense. The role is firmly his so soon. 7/10

The newcomer His maiden beginning with the national team. A bit sloppy when playing out however his inswinging set-pieces posed a danger. A useful tempo-setter available to the manager to call upon versus teams who drop deep. Booked for a poorly timed tackle. 6

The midfielder Crosses from corners and free-kicks created chances. Had license to move on the left only to be in an offside position as the pass came with a chance to score. Given a well-earned substitution after an hour. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a forward spot out wide and did plenty of dirty work. Demonstrated moments of class but dragged a shot high. Substituted in the closing stages by Rogers, a fellow player, after being booked. Seven

The winger Had England’s best chance of the first half, his effort well saved by the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate holding position, he was forced to provide width down the right side but his crosses from the touchline varied in quality. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. 6

The captain The difference-maker netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes at international level. His first a trademark close-range tap-in and his next a superb header following a clever run from his marker. Aged 32, he continues to improve with the national team stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Struggled to make an impact on the left flank. Had a good opening following a pass by Bellingham but Strakosha kept it out. Rashford had a greater effect after coming on. Five

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Looked lively and combined well with Kane in more familiar role, Six
• Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert but his corner led to the first goal, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Energetic upon introduction and set up the second goal via an excellent ball to the back post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable so soon, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star 84) Not enough time to affect things, 6