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Throughout a commanding showing, England wrapped up a further victory versus their opponents, featuring multiple squad members turning in notable displays on the pitch.

First-choice XI

Dean Henderson Not a save to make before the break until tested from an opponent's curling effort. His sliding challenge against Qazim Laci showed excellent anticipation. 6/10

The debutant Tested by the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Started through the middle to begin with then shifted out wide after a teammate was introduced. 7/10

The defender Advanced up the pitch when in possession, something he's known for in the past. Sometimes lacked urgency in possession with the tactic discontinued after the break. 6/10

The tall defender A nuisance at set pieces, as always, perhaps is another option for his teammate in the backline rather than paired with him. A loose pass after the break nearly resulted in a goal for Albania. 6

The young full-back One more assured display from the rising star following his initial appearance versus Serbia. A teammate was unable to take full advantage of a gorgeous backheel behind the Albania defence. His position is his to lose already. 7

Adam Wharton His first start in an England shirt. Somewhat loose on the ball however his inswinging set-pieces were a threat. A handy game manager available to the coach to utilize against sides that sit back. Booked for a poorly timed foul. 6

The midfielder Crosses on corner kicks and free-kicks were dangerous. Was given room to roam down the left flank only to be in an offside position upon receiving in shooting positions. Granted a merited rest after an hour. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward role out wide and put in the hard yards. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance but mishit an effort high. Withdrawn towards the end for Rogers, a fellow player, after being booked. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's top opening of the first half, his strike excellently kept out by the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah holding position, he had to stretch the play out wide yet his deliveries into the box were inconsistent. Substituted with 15 to go. 6/10

Harry Kane The match-winner with his two more finishes at international level. His first a typical opportunist's goal and his next an excellent header having drifted away from his marker. Aged 32, he’s only getting better with the national team have every chance in future competitions when he's in the team. 8/10

The attacker Struggled to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a decent opportunity after being played in from a teammate yet Strakosha made the save. His replacement produced a bigger effect in his place. 5

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for Rice 63) Appeared sharp and linked up seamlessly with the striker in a preferred position, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece led to the opener, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Lively upon introduction and set up the second goal with superb cross into the area, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established so soon, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, Six