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Throughout a dominant display, the English national team secured a further triumph versus their opponents, with several players producing standout displays on the pitch.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Not a save to perform before the break until forced to intervene from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding tackle on Qazim Laci showed his anticipation. 6/10

The debutant Challenged against Albania’s main danger in Hoxha. Operated more centrally to begin with then shifted to the flank after a teammate was introduced. 7

John Stones Advanced up the pitch on the ball, something he's known for in the past. Sometimes was too casual in possession and the tactic abandoned after the break. 6/10

Dan Burn Always dangerous from dead balls, as always, could serve as an alternative to his teammate at the back as opposed to his partner. A loose pass later in the match almost led to the first goal for the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly One more confident display from the youngster following his initial appearance against Serbia. A teammate failed to make full advantage of an exquisite touch over the opposing backline. His position looks secure so soon. 7/10

Adam Wharton A debut start for his country. Somewhat sloppy in possession however his dangerous corners were a threat. An effective tempo-setter available to the manager to have versus defensive opponents. Cautioned after a reckless challenge. 6

The midfielder Set-pieces from dead balls and free kicks created chances. Was given license to move down the left flank but was offside as the pass came in front of goal. Given a deserved rest on the hour mark. 6

Jude Bellingham Played in an advanced position on the right and contributed with the hard yards. Showed flashes of quality but scuffed a shot wide. Substituted late on for a teammate, his rival, following a yellow card. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s best chance in the opening period, his strike excellently kept out by Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah staying deep, he had to stretch the play on the right although his balls into the box varied in quality. Substituted with 15 to go. Six

The captain The match-winner netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals at international level. His first a typical opportunist's goal and his next a superb finish with his head after peeling away away from the opposition. Aged 32, he continues to improve and England have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to get into the game from the left. Had a presentable chance after being played in from a teammate but Strakosha denied him. His replacement produced a bigger an impact after coming on. Five

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (for a teammate 63) Was bright connecting effectively with the striker in a natural spot, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert but his corner created the opener, Six
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Lively upon introduction and set up Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Seems settled at this level, 6
• Rogers (for the star 84) Not enough time to make an impact, 6