🔗 Share this article

During a dominant display, England clinched another win against Albania, featuring a number of squad members producing memorable performances during the match.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to make in the first half before tested by an opponent's curled attempt. His sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker highlighted sharp anticipation. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged by the opposition's main danger through their forward. Played through the middle initially then shifted wider after a teammate entered the fray. Seven

The defender Advanced into midfield on the ball, as he has done in the past. Sometimes seemed hesitant when carrying play with the tactic discontinued after the break. 6

The tall defender A constant threat from dead balls, typically, perhaps is a replacement for his teammate at the back instead of paired with him. A loose distribution later in the match nearly resulted in a goal for Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly One more composed showing by the rising star following his debut against another side. A teammate was unable to take the opportunity from an exquisite backheel behind their defense. The left-back spot is firmly his at this stage. Seven

The newcomer His first start with the national team. A bit careless in possession though his dangerous corners were a threat. A useful tempo-setter for the manager to utilize against teams who drop deep. Booked for a rash challenge. 6

Declan Rice Deliveries on corner kicks and free-kicks caused problems. Enjoyed license to move on the left but was offside as the pass came in shooting positions. Awarded a well-earned substitution on the hour mark. 6/10

The star midfielder Functioned in a high role out wide and also put in the hard yards. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance but dragged a shot over. Replaced towards the end by Rogers, his rival, after being booked. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s clearest opportunity before halftime, his shot well saved by the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate hanging back, he had to stretch the play out wide yet his deliveries from the touchline varied in quality. Substituted late in the match. 6

Harry Kane The decisive figure with his two more strikes for his country. His first a trademark opportunist's goal and his next a classy header having drifted away from his marker. Now 32, his form is unwavering and the side stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8

Eberechi Eze Struggled to make an impact on the left flank. Had a good opening when set up from a teammate but the keeper denied him. Rashford produced a bigger an impact after coming on. 5/10

Replacements

• Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively and combined seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, 6/10
• Saka (on for Eze 63) Missed opportunities although his set-piece led to the breakthrough, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Lively when brought on assisting the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the far post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable already, Six
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10