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During a dominant performance, the English national team clinched one more win against Albania, with multiple players producing memorable displays on the pitch.

Starting Eleven

Dean Henderson Had little to do to make during the opening 45 until tested by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. A sliding intervention on an Albanian attacker demonstrated excellent anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined against Albania’s biggest threat in their forward. Started more centrally early on then shifted to the flank after a teammate came on. Seven

The defender Advanced up the pitch on the ball, a familiar role previously. On occasion lacked urgency in possession and the approach was shelved after the break. Six

Dan Burn Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, per usual, perhaps is another option to his teammate in defense as opposed to paired with him. One wayward pass in the second half came close to the first goal from the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly One more assured display by the youngster after his first cap versus another side. A teammate failed to make the most of an exquisite backheel behind the Albania defence. The left-back spot is firmly his at this stage. 7/10

The newcomer A debut start with the national team. A bit careless on the ball however his dangerous set-pieces posed a danger. A handy pace-controller for the coach to have against teams who drop deep. Shown a yellow after a reckless foul. Six

The midfielder Set-pieces from dead balls and set-plays caused problems. Had room to move down the left flank only to be in an offside position when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Awarded a well-earned rest after an hour. 6

The star midfielder Played in an advanced position on the right while also put in dirty work. Demonstrated moments of class but mishit an effort over. Withdrawn late on for Rogers, his rival, after receiving a caution. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's best chance before halftime, his effort excellently kept out by Thomas Strakosha. With Quansah holding position, he had to offer an outlet out wide but his crosses into the box were hit and miss. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6

Harry Kane The decisive figure with his two more strikes in an England shirt. His first a trademark poacher’s finish and his next a classy header after peeling away off his defender. Aged 32, he continues to improve with the national team have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him up top. Eight

The attacker Struggled to make an impact from the left. Had a decent opportunity following a pass from a teammate however the keeper denied him. Rashford produced a bigger an impact after coming on. Five

Replacements

• Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting effectively with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Missed opportunities but his corner led to the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Energetic when brought on and set up Kane’s second with superb cross to the back post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable so soon, Six
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, Six