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In a commanding display, England clinched one more triumph versus Albania, with multiple players delivering notable performances during the match.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Had little to do to perform before the break before tested by an opponent's bent shot. His sliding tackle on an Albanian attacker demonstrated excellent game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Tested against the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Started more centrally early on but moved out wide after a teammate entered the fray. Seven

The defender Advanced up the pitch when in possession, a familiar role in the past. On occasion lacked urgency on the ball and the tactic was shelved after the break. 6

The tall defender A constant threat at set pieces, typically, perhaps is another option to his teammate in the backline rather than paired with him. A careless ball later in the match almost led to the first goal for Albania. 6/10

The young full-back A further confident display from the rising star after his first cap versus another side. A teammate failed to make the most of a gorgeous flick behind their defense. The left-back spot is his to lose already. 7

The newcomer A debut start for his country. Slightly careless in possession however his dangerous set-pieces caused problems. A handy tempo-setter for the manager to have against teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a rash tackle. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses from corners and free kicks created chances. Enjoyed room to roam in left midfield yet found himself offside when the ball arrived in front of goal. Awarded a merited rest after an hour. 6

The star midfielder Operated in a forward role down the right while also put in dirty work. Showed flashes of quality but dragged a shot wide. Replaced in the closing stages for Rogers, his competition, following a yellow card. Seven

The winger Had England’s top opening of the first half, his strike excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. As a teammate hanging back, he was forced to stretch the play out wide but his crosses from wide areas were hit and miss. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

The captain The decisive figure netting two more goals at international level. The first a typical opportunist's goal and his next a superb header after peeling away off his defender. Now 32, his form is unwavering and the side are strong contenders in future competitions with him leading the line. 8

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game on the left flank. Had a decent opportunity when set up by Bellingham however Strakosha made the save. Rashford made much more of effect in his place. Five

Replacements

• Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp connecting well with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Saka (for the winger 63) Spurned chances yet his delivery led to the first goal, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Energetic after coming on and set up the second goal with superb cross to the far post, 7/10
• Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to make an impact, 6/10