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Throughout a impressive display, England secured a further triumph versus Albania, featuring multiple squad members turning in memorable displays during the match.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to make before the break but then called into action from an opponent's bent shot. One well-timed sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker showed his game intelligence. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested by Albania’s biggest threat through their forward. Played more centrally early on then shifted to the flank once a teammate entered the fray. Seven

The defender Pushed into midfield when in possession, something he's known for before. On occasion seemed hesitant when carrying play with the experiment abandoned after the break. 6

Dan Burn Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, per usual, could serve as another option for his teammate in defense as opposed to his partner. One wayward distribution later in the match came close to a goal from Albania. 6/10

The young full-back A further confident display from the 20-year-old following his initial appearance against Serbia. Saka failed to make the opportunity from an exquisite backheel behind the Albania defence. The left-back spot looks secure at this stage. Seven

Adam Wharton A debut start for his country. A bit careless in possession but his dangerous deliveries posed a danger. A handy tempo-setter for the manager to call upon versus defensive opponents. Booked after a reckless tackle. 6

The midfielder Deliveries from corners and free kicks were dangerous. Had license to drift on the left only to be in an offside position upon receiving in front of goal. Given a merited break on the hour mark. Six

The star midfielder Played in a forward role out wide and also put in the hard yards. Displayed moments of class and scuffed an effort wide. Withdrawn towards the end for Rogers, his competition, after receiving a caution. Seven

The winger Was presented with England’s clearest opportunity before halftime, his strike excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. As Quansah hanging back, he was forced to provide width down the right side but his crosses from the touchline were hit and miss. Substituted late in the match. 6/10

Harry Kane The difference-maker with his 77th and 78th strikes for his country. The first a trademark poacher’s finish while the second an excellent header following a clever run away from the opposition. Now 32, he’s only getting better and the side are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. Eight

The attacker Found it tough to make an impact out wide. Was presented with a good opening after being played in by the midfielder yet Strakosha made the save. Rashford made much more of influence after coming on. 5

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright and combined well with the striker in a preferred position, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze 63) Missed opportunities although his set-piece provided the breakthrough, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Lively when brought on and set up the captain's brace with superb cross to the far post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable so soon, 6/10
• Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to affect things, 6