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Throughout a dominant showing, the English national team clinched a further win versus their opponents, with multiple squad members producing standout performances on the pitch.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Not a save required before the break before forced to intervene by an opponent's curled attempt. A sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker showed his anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested by the opposition's main danger in Hoxha. Played in a central role early on then shifted out wide after a teammate was introduced. Seven

John Stones Advanced into midfield when in possession, as he has done before. At times was too casual on the ball and the experiment abandoned at half-time. Six

Dan Burn A constant threat at set pieces, as always, perhaps is an alternative to his teammate in defense rather than paired with him. A careless ball after the break almost led to a goal from the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly One more composed display from the rising star after his debut against Serbia. Saka failed to make the most of a gorgeous backheel behind the opposing backline. The left-back spot is his to lose so soon. 7

The newcomer His first start in an England shirt. Somewhat sloppy when playing out though his whipped set-pieces caused problems. A useful tempo-setter available to the manager to have against teams who drop deep. Booked for a poorly timed challenge. 6/10

Declan Rice Deliveries from dead balls and free kicks caused problems. Had license to roam on the left yet found himself offside upon receiving with a chance to score. Awarded a well-earned substitution around the 60-minute point. 6

The star midfielder Played in a forward role out wide and also put in the hard yards. Demonstrated flashes of quality but scuffed a shot over. Withdrawn late on for Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. 7

The winger Had the team's best chance in the opening period, his strike smartly stopped by the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah staying deep, it fell to him to stretch the play out wide although his balls into the box were inconsistent. Replaced late in the match. 6/10

Harry Kane The match-winner with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes at international level. The opener a classic poacher’s finish and his next a classy finish with his head having drifted away from his marker. At 32, he continues to improve and England stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. Eight

Eberechi Eze Struggled to influence play on the left flank. Had a presentable chance following a pass by Bellingham but Strakosha kept it out. Rashford made much more of influence when substituted. 5/10

Substitutes

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting seamlessly with the striker in more familiar role, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Missed opportunities although his set-piece led to the breakthrough, 6
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Lively after coming on and set up the second goal with superb cross into the area, 7/10
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable so soon, 6
• Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Not enough time to make an impact, Six