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During a impressive display, England wrapped up one more triumph versus Albania, featuring several players producing memorable displays during the match.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to make before the break but then forced to intervene from Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. A sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker showed his game intelligence. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged by the opposition's main danger through their forward. Operated in a central role to begin with then shifted out wide after Saka came on. 7

John Stones Moved up the pitch when in possession, a familiar role in the past. Sometimes seemed hesitant on the ball and the tactic was shelved by the interval. 6

The tall defender A nuisance from dead balls, as always, but may be a replacement for his teammate at the back instead of paired with him. A loose distribution in the second half nearly resulted in a goal for Albania. 6/10

The young full-back A further assured performance by the rising star following his first cap versus Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on the most of a gorgeous flick behind their defense. The role is his to lose already. Seven

Adam Wharton His first start for his country. Somewhat sloppy when playing out though his dangerous set-pieces caused problems. An effective tempo-setter for the boss to call upon against defensive opponents. Booked after a reckless tackle. Six

Declan Rice Deliveries from corners and free-kicks caused problems. Enjoyed room to roam down the left flank but was offside upon receiving with a chance to score. Granted a merited substitution around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Operated in an advanced spot on the right and also put in the hard yards. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and scuffed an attempt over. Replaced towards the end for Rogers, his rival, after receiving a caution. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s clearest opportunity in the opening period, his effort smartly stopped by the Albanian keeper. As a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to offer an outlet out wide yet his deliveries from the touchline were hit and miss. Replaced late in the match. 6/10

Harry Kane The decisive figure scoring two more goals for his country. The opener a trademark close-range tap-in and his next an excellent headed goal having drifted away from his marker. At 32, he’s only getting better with the national team are strong contenders in future competitions when he's in the team. 8/10

The attacker Had difficulty to get into the game on the left flank. Had a good opening after being played in from a teammate however Strakosha made the save. His replacement had a greater an impact when substituted. 5/10

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively and combined seamlessly with Kane in more familiar role, 6
• Saka (for Eze 63) Spurned chances yet his delivery created the breakthrough, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Active when brought on and provided the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable already, 6
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to make an impact, 6