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Throughout a commanding performance, England clinched a further victory versus Albania, with several players producing notable displays during the match.

First-choice XI

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make in the first half but then forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding challenge on Qazim Laci highlighted his game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested by the opposition's main danger through Hoxha. Operated through the middle initially but moved wider after Saka came on. 7

The defender Pushed up the pitch on the ball, something he's known for previously. On occasion was too casual on the ball and the experiment abandoned by the interval. 6

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, as always, perhaps is a replacement to Stones in defense rather than alongside him. A loose pass later in the match almost led to an opener for the visitors. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly Another composed performance from the rising star following his first cap versus another side. A teammate failed to make the most of an exquisite touch over their defense. His position is firmly his at this stage. Seven

The newcomer A debut start with the national team. A bit careless when playing out however his inswinging deliveries posed a danger. An effective tempo-setter available to the coach to have against teams who drop deep. Shown a yellow for a poorly timed tackle. Six

Declan Rice Deliveries from corners and free kicks were dangerous. Enjoyed license to move down the left flank but was in an offside position when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Granted a merited substitution on the hour mark. 6

The star midfielder Functioned in a forward position out wide while also put in defensive duties. Demonstrated moments of class and scuffed an attempt high. Replaced towards the end for a teammate, a fellow player, following a yellow card. 7/10

The winger Was presented with the team's best chance before halftime, his effort smartly stopped from the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate hanging back, he had to offer an outlet down the right side yet his deliveries from wide areas were inconsistent. Substituted with 15 to go. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker scoring two more strikes in an England shirt. His first a trademark close-range tap-in and his next a superb finish with his head after peeling away from his marker. Now 32, he continues to improve with the national team stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8

The attacker Had difficulty to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a decent opportunity following a pass from a teammate but the keeper denied him. Rashford made much more of influence when substituted. Five

Replacements

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting well with the striker in a preferred position, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece led to the opener, 6
• Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Lively after coming on assisting the second goal with superb cross to the far post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Seems settled so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, 6/10