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In a commanding performance, the English national team secured a further victory against their opponents, with multiple players turning in standout performances on the pitch.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Had little to do required in the first half before called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. His sliding challenge on Qazim Laci highlighted his anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined by the opposition's primary attacker through Hoxha. Operated in a central role early on later drifted out wide after a teammate entered the fray. Seven

John Stones Moved forward when in possession, as he has done in the past. Sometimes seemed hesitant when carrying play with the approach abandoned by the interval. 6/10

The tall defender Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, typically, could serve as another option to his teammate in the backline rather than paired with him. A careless distribution in the second half almost led to the first goal for the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly One more confident performance from the rising star following his first cap versus another side. Saka did not capitalize on full advantage of a gorgeous flick behind the opposing backline. The role looks secure so soon. Seven

The newcomer His first start in an England shirt. Slightly sloppy when playing out but his whipped corners posed a danger. An effective tempo-setter for the manager to call upon against defensive opponents. Booked for a poorly timed challenge. 6

The midfielder Deliveries from corners and free kicks caused problems. Was given license to move down the left flank but was in an offside position when the ball arrived in front of goal. Awarded a well-earned rest around the 60-minute point. 6

The star midfielder Played in a high role out wide and did plenty of defensive duties. Showed flashes of quality but mishit a shot wide. Withdrawn towards the end for Rogers, a fellow player, following a yellow card. 7

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity of the first half, his shot excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. As Quansah staying deep, it fell to him to provide width out wide yet his deliveries from wide areas varied in quality. Substituted with 15 to go. 6

Harry Kane The difference-maker with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes in an England shirt. His first a typical poacher’s finish and his next an excellent headed goal after peeling away from his marker. Aged 32, his form is unwavering and England stand a real opportunity next summer with him leading the line. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to make an impact on the left flank. Had a good opening when set up by the midfielder yet Strakosha kept it out. Rashford made much more of effect after coming on. 5

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting seamlessly with Kane in more familiar role, 6
• Saka (for the winger 63) Spurned chances although his set-piece provided the breakthrough, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Energetic after coming on and set up the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery into the area, 7
• Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable so soon, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star 84) Not enough time to influence the game, Six