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In a commanding showing, the English national team clinched one more victory versus their opponents, featuring several squad members delivering memorable displays on the pitch.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required during the opening 45 until forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding intervention on an Albanian attacker showed sharp anticipation. 6/10

The debutant Examined against the opposition's main danger through their forward. Started through the middle initially later drifted wider once Saka came on. 7

John Stones Advanced forward with the ball at his feet, a familiar role previously. At times seemed hesitant when carrying play and the tactic was shelved at half-time. 6

Dan Burn Always dangerous from dead balls, as always, perhaps is an alternative to his teammate in defense rather than his partner. A careless distribution in the second half nearly resulted in a goal from Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly Another composed performance by the 20-year-old after his debut against Serbia. Saka was unable to take the most of a clever backheel over the opposing backline. His position looks secure at this stage. 7

Adam Wharton A debut start for his country. Slightly loose when playing out but his dangerous deliveries were a threat. An effective game manager for the boss to have versus sides that sit back. Shown a yellow for a poorly timed tackle. 6

The midfielder Deliveries from dead balls and free-kicks caused problems. Had room to roam down the left flank yet found himself in an offside position as the pass came in shooting positions. Awarded a well-earned break around the 60-minute point. 6

The star midfielder Operated in an advanced spot on the right while also contributed with defensive duties. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and dragged an effort wide. Withdrawn in the closing stages for a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's top opening before halftime, his strike smartly stopped by the Albanian keeper. With a teammate staying deep, he was forced to provide width on the right although his balls from wide areas varied in quality. Replaced with 15 to go. 6/10

Harry Kane The decisive figure scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals in an England shirt. The first a trademark poacher’s finish and the second a classy header having drifted away from his marker. Now 32, he’s only getting better with the national team have every chance next summer with him leading the line. 8

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a presentable chance after being played in by the midfielder but the keeper denied him. His replacement had a greater an impact in his place. Five

Bench Players

• Foden (for Rice 63) Was bright and linked up well with the striker in a preferred position, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Failed to convert yet his delivery created the first goal, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Active when brought on and provided the second goal with superb cross into the area, Seven
• Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, Six