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Throughout a impressive showing, the English national team clinched a further win against their opponents, with several players delivering memorable displays during the match.

Starting Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make in the first half before called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding tackle on Qazim Laci highlighted sharp game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Examined by the opposition's biggest threat through Hoxha. Operated more centrally to begin with but moved to the flank after a teammate was introduced. 7/10

John Stones Advanced up the pitch on the ball, as he has done before. Sometimes seemed hesitant in possession and the experiment was shelved by the interval. Six

The tall defender A constant threat at set pieces, typically, perhaps is another option to his teammate at the back as opposed to alongside him. One wayward ball later in the match almost led to a goal from the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly A further composed performance by the 20-year-old after his debut versus another side. A teammate did not capitalize on full advantage of a clever backheel behind the Albania defence. His position looks secure so soon. 7

Adam Wharton His first start in an England shirt. Somewhat loose in possession though his whipped set-pieces were a threat. A useful game manager for the manager to call upon versus sides that sit back. Cautioned for a rash foul. 6

Declan Rice Crosses from corners and set-plays caused problems. Had room to move on the left only to be offside upon receiving in shooting positions. Granted a well-earned substitution after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward role on the right and also did plenty of dirty work. Showed flashes of quality and dragged an effort wide. Withdrawn towards the end for Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. 7/10

The winger Had England’s best chance before halftime, his effort excellently kept out by the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate staying deep, it fell to him to offer an outlet out wide but his crosses from wide areas were inconsistent. Replaced late in the match. Six

The captain The decisive figure netting two more goals at international level. His first a trademark opportunist's goal and the second a superb finish with his head following a clever run off his defender. Now 32, he continues to improve and the side stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8

The attacker Struggled to get into the game on the left flank. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up by Bellingham yet the keeper denied him. His replacement had a greater an impact after coming on. 5

Substitutes

• Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright and linked up seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities yet his delivery created the breakthrough, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker 75) Active upon introduction and provided the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7
• Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to make an impact, Six