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During a impressive performance, England wrapped up a further triumph against Albania, featuring several squad members turning in notable performances during the match.

Starting Lineup

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required before the break before tested from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. A sliding intervention against Qazim Laci demonstrated excellent anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested by the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Played in a central role to begin with later drifted out wide once Saka entered the fray. 7/10

John Stones Pushed up the pitch on the ball, something he's known for previously. At times was too casual when carrying play and the experiment was shelved by the interval. Six

The tall defender A nuisance from dead balls, as always, could serve as a replacement to Stones at the back as opposed to his partner. A careless pass after the break nearly resulted in the first goal for the visitors. 6

The young full-back One more composed performance from the youngster after his first cap against Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on the most of an exquisite flick behind their defense. The left-back spot is his to lose already. 7

Adam Wharton His first start with the national team. A bit careless in possession but his inswinging corners were a threat. A useful tempo-setter for the boss to utilize against defensive opponents. Cautioned for a rash tackle. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces from corners and set-plays caused problems. Was given license to roam down the left flank only to be in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Given a deserved break on the hour mark. Six

Jude Bellingham Played in a forward position on the right and also did plenty of dirty work. Showed glimpses of brilliance but scuffed an effort high. Withdrawn towards the end by a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. 7

The winger Had England’s top opening of the first half, his shot well saved from the Albanian keeper. With a teammate holding position, he was forced to stretch the play out wide yet his deliveries from wide areas varied in quality. Substituted with 15 to go. 6

The captain The decisive figure scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes at international level. The opener a trademark poacher’s finish and his next a classy headed goal following a clever run off his defender. At 32, he continues to improve and the side are strong contenders in future competitions when he's in the team. 8/10

The attacker Found it tough to get into the game on the left flank. Was presented with a presentable chance after being played in by the midfielder however Strakosha denied him. Rashford produced a bigger effect when substituted. Five

Replacements

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Was bright and linked up effectively with Kane in more familiar role, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze 63) Spurned chances although his set-piece created the breakthrough, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Energetic after coming on and set up the captain's brace with superb cross to the far post, 7
• Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Looks established already, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for the star 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6