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Throughout a impressive showing, England clinched one more triumph versus their opponents, with several squad members turning in notable performances during the match.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Not a save required in the first half but then called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding intervention on Qazim Laci highlighted his game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Tested by the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Played more centrally to begin with later drifted to the flank once Saka came on. 7/10

The defender Moved forward when in possession, as he has done in the past. On occasion lacked urgency on the ball and the tactic discontinued by the interval. 6/10

Dan Burn Always dangerous from dead balls, typically, but may be an alternative to his teammate in defense rather than his partner. A loose pass after the break came close to a goal for Albania. Six

The young full-back A further composed display by the 20-year-old after his debut versus Serbia. Saka was unable to take the opportunity from a clever backheel over their defense. His position is his to lose at this stage. 7

The newcomer His first start for his country. Somewhat sloppy in possession though his dangerous deliveries posed a danger. An effective pace-controller for the manager to utilize against sides that sit back. Cautioned after a reckless tackle. 6

The midfielder Set-pieces on corner kicks and free kicks created chances. Enjoyed room to move down the left flank only to be offside upon receiving in shooting positions. Given a deserved rest after an hour. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward position out wide and also did plenty of dirty work. Demonstrated moments of class but dragged an attempt over. Withdrawn towards the end for a teammate, his rival, after being booked. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's top opening before halftime, his effort excellently kept out by Thomas Strakosha. With a teammate staying deep, he was forced to offer an outlet down the right side but his crosses from wide areas were inconsistent. Substituted with 15 to go. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker netting 77th and 78th strikes in an England shirt. His first a classic opportunist's goal and his next a superb header following a clever run away from the opposition. Now 32, he’s only getting better and the side are strong contenders next summer with him up top. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game out wide. Had a decent opportunity after being played in by Bellingham yet Strakosha made the save. Rashford made much more of influence in his place. 5

Substitutes

• Foden (for Rice 63) Was bright and combined well with the striker in a preferred position, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Failed to convert but his corner provided the first goal, 6/10
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Energetic after coming on and set up the captain's brace with superb cross into the area, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Seems settled at this level, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to affect things, 6