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During a impressive showing, England clinched one more triumph versus Albania, featuring several players delivering memorable performances throughout the game.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Had little to do to perform in the first half before forced to intervene from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker highlighted sharp game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged by the opposition's main danger in Hoxha. Played in a central role initially then shifted to the flank after a teammate was introduced. 7

The defender Moved up the pitch when in possession, something he's known for before. At times was too casual in possession with the tactic discontinued by the interval. 6/10

Dan Burn Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, per usual, but may be another option for his teammate in the backline instead of alongside him. One wayward distribution later in the match came close to a goal from Albania. 6

The young full-back One more confident showing by the 20-year-old following his initial appearance versus Serbia. A teammate failed to make full advantage of an exquisite backheel over the opposing backline. The left-back spot is his to lose already. 7/10

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning for his country. Slightly sloppy when playing out but his whipped deliveries posed a danger. A handy pace-controller for the manager to utilize against sides that sit back. Shown a yellow after a reckless foul. 6/10

Declan Rice Deliveries from dead balls and set-plays caused problems. Enjoyed freedom to move down the left flank yet found himself offside upon receiving with a chance to score. Given a merited rest around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Functioned in a high spot down the right and also contributed with the hard yards. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance but dragged a shot wide. Withdrawn in the closing stages by Rogers, his rival, after receiving a caution. 7/10

The winger Had England’s top opening in the opening period, his effort excellently kept out from Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah staying deep, he had to offer an outlet down the right side but his crosses from the touchline were inconsistent. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6

The captain The match-winner scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes at international level. His first a classic poacher’s finish and the second a superb finish with his head following a clever run off his defender. Now 32, his form is unwavering and the side have every chance in future competitions with him up top. 8

The attacker Had difficulty to make an impact on the left flank. Had a presentable chance after being played in from a teammate yet the keeper denied him. Rashford made much more of an impact when substituted. 5

Replacements

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright and linked up well with the striker in a preferred position, Six
• Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert although his set-piece led to the first goal, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Active after coming on assisting Kane’s second with superb cross to the far post, 7
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable at this level, Six
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10