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In a dominant display, the English national team wrapped up a further victory versus Albania, featuring a number of players delivering notable displays throughout the game.

Starting Lineup

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make before the break before tested by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. A sliding tackle against Qazim Laci showed excellent game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested against the opposition's biggest threat in their forward. Played in a central role to begin with later drifted to the flank once Saka came on. 7/10

The defender Moved up the pitch with the ball at his feet, a familiar role in the past. At times seemed hesitant in possession and the tactic was shelved at half-time. Six

Dan Burn A nuisance at set pieces, as always, perhaps is another option to his teammate in the backline rather than alongside him. A careless distribution in the second half almost led to a goal from the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back One more assured display by the youngster after his first cap versus another side. Saka did not capitalize on full advantage of a clever touch behind the Albania defence. The left-back spot looks secure already. 7

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning in an England shirt. Slightly loose when playing out however his whipped deliveries caused problems. A useful game manager for the coach to utilize versus sides that sit back. Cautioned for a poorly timed foul. Six

Declan Rice Deliveries from corners and free-kicks were dangerous. Had freedom to move down the left flank only to be offside when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Given a merited break on the hour mark. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Played in a high spot down the right and put in the hard yards. Displayed flashes of quality and mishit an attempt high. Substituted late on for Rogers, his competition, following a yellow card. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s top opening before halftime, his strike smartly stopped by the Albanian keeper. With Quansah staying deep, he had to stretch the play out wide but his crosses into the box were inconsistent. Replaced late in the match. 6

Harry Kane The match-winner with his two more goals in an England shirt. His first a typical close-range tap-in and the second an excellent header following a clever run from his marker. Now 32, he continues to improve with the national team have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8

The attacker Had difficulty to influence play from the left. Was presented with a good opening after being played in from a teammate yet the keeper denied him. His replacement produced a bigger effect when substituted. 5

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice 63) Looked lively and combined effectively with the striker in a preferred position, 6/10
• Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities but his corner led to the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Energetic after coming on and provided Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery into the area, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable at this level, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to affect things, Six