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Throughout a commanding performance, the English national team clinched another win against their opponents, featuring a number of players producing standout displays during the match.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested required in the first half until forced to intervene by an opponent's curled attempt. His sliding tackle against Qazim Laci demonstrated his reading of the game. 6/10

The debutant Examined by Albania’s biggest threat in their forward. Operated more centrally early on but moved to the flank after a teammate came on. Seven

The defender Advanced forward on the ball, a familiar role previously. At times lacked urgency in possession and the tactic abandoned after the break. Six

The tall defender Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, as always, but may be an alternative for his teammate at the back rather than paired with him. One wayward ball in the second half almost led to an opener for the visitors. 6

The young full-back One more composed performance by the 20-year-old following his debut against another side. Saka did not capitalize on the most of a gorgeous touch over the Albania defence. His position is firmly his so soon. 7/10

The newcomer A debut start for his country. A bit careless on the ball though his dangerous deliveries posed a danger. An effective tempo-setter available to the boss to utilize against teams who drop deep. Shown a yellow for a rash challenge. Six

The midfielder Crosses from corners and set-plays were dangerous. Was given license to roam in left midfield but was in an offside position when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Given a deserved rest around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Operated in a high spot out wide and did plenty of the hard yards. Showed moments of class but mishit a shot high. Substituted towards the end by Rogers, a fellow player, following a yellow card. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's clearest opportunity in the opening period, his strike excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. As a teammate staying deep, he was forced to stretch the play out wide yet his deliveries from wide areas were hit and miss. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. Six

The captain The match-winner scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes for his country. The first a classic opportunist's goal while the second a superb headed goal following a clever run away from the opposition. Aged 32, his form is unwavering with the national team have every chance next summer with him leading the line. 8

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play on the left flank. Was presented with a decent opportunity after being played in from a teammate however the keeper made the save. His replacement made much more of effect when substituted. Five

Replacements

• Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively and linked up well with Kane in a natural spot, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert but his corner created the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Energetic upon introduction and set up the captain's brace with superb cross to the far post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable already, 6/10
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to affect things, 6