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During a dominant display, the English national team wrapped up one more triumph against their opponents, with multiple players delivering standout displays on the pitch.

Starting XI

The goalkeeper Had little to do required before the break but then tested from an opponent's curled attempt. A sliding challenge on Qazim Laci demonstrated sharp reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined against Albania’s primary attacker in their forward. Operated through the middle to begin with then shifted wider after a teammate was introduced. 7/10

John Stones Advanced up the pitch on the ball, a familiar role before. Sometimes seemed hesitant on the ball with the experiment abandoned at half-time. 6

The tall defender Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, typically, could serve as a replacement for Stones in the backline as opposed to his partner. One wayward ball in the second half came close to a goal from Albania. 6

The young full-back A further confident display from the rising star after his debut versus another side. A teammate was unable to take full advantage of an exquisite touch behind the opposing backline. His position is firmly his so soon. 7/10

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning in an England shirt. Somewhat sloppy in possession though his dangerous set-pieces posed a danger. A useful pace-controller for the coach to have against teams who drop deep. Booked after a reckless foul. 6

Declan Rice Deliveries on corner kicks and free kicks caused problems. Had freedom to move in left midfield only to be in an offside position upon receiving in front of goal. Given a deserved substitution after an hour. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Functioned in an advanced spot out wide and contributed with dirty work. Displayed glimpses of brilliance but dragged an attempt over. Withdrawn late on by a teammate, his competition, after receiving a caution. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s clearest opportunity before halftime, his strike well saved from Thomas Strakosha. With Quansah holding position, he was forced to offer an outlet down the right side yet his deliveries into the box were hit and miss. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. Six

The captain The decisive figure scoring two more goals at international level. His first a trademark close-range tap-in and his next a classy header having drifted away from his marker. At 32, he’s only getting better with the national team are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. Eight

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to get into the game on the left flank. Had a good opening after being played in by the midfielder yet Strakosha made the save. Rashford made much more of effect after coming on. Five

Substitutes

• Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting well with Kane in a natural spot, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Spurned chances yet his delivery led to the breakthrough, 6
• Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Energetic when brought on and set up the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7/10
• Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established at this level, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to affect things, Six