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During a impressive showing, the English national team clinched one more victory against Albania, featuring a number of players producing notable displays throughout the game.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Had little to do required during the opening 45 before tested from an opponent's bent shot. A sliding tackle on Qazim Laci highlighted his anticipation. 6/10

The debutant Challenged by Albania’s biggest threat through Hoxha. Started more centrally to begin with then shifted wider once a teammate was introduced. 7/10

John Stones Advanced into midfield with the ball at his feet, as he has done previously. Sometimes lacked urgency when carrying play and the approach abandoned at half-time. Six

The tall defender Always dangerous at set pieces, per usual, could serve as an alternative for his teammate in the backline as opposed to his partner. A careless ball in the second half nearly resulted in a goal for Albania. Six

The young full-back A further composed performance by the 20-year-old following his initial appearance versus Serbia. Saka was unable to take the most of a gorgeous touch over the Albania defence. His position looks secure at this stage. Seven

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly sloppy when playing out however his dangerous set-pieces were a threat. A handy tempo-setter for the manager to have versus teams who drop deep. Booked for a poorly timed foul. Six

The midfielder Deliveries from dead balls and set-plays created chances. Enjoyed license to roam down the left flank yet found himself in an offside position when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Given a merited break after an hour. 6

The star midfielder Played in an advanced spot out wide while also did plenty of defensive duties. Displayed flashes of quality and mishit an effort high. Substituted in the closing stages by Rogers, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's top opening of the first half, his strike smartly stopped from Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah holding position, it fell to him to provide width down the right side although his balls from wide areas were inconsistent. Replaced with 15 to go. 6/10

The captain The match-winner scoring 77th and 78th strikes for his country. The opener a classic poacher’s finish while the second a superb headed goal following a clever run away from the opposition. Aged 32, he’s only getting better and the side have every chance in future competitions with him leading the line. 8/10

The attacker Struggled to influence play on the left flank. Was presented with a decent opportunity when set up by Bellingham however Strakosha kept it out. Rashford had a greater influence after coming on. Five

Replacements

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, 6/10
• Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert although his set-piece led to the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen 75) Energetic when brought on and provided the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable at this level, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to affect things, 6/10