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In a commanding performance, the English national team clinched another victory versus their opponents, featuring a number of squad members producing notable displays on the pitch.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Had little to do required in the first half until called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. His sliding tackle on an Albanian attacker highlighted excellent game intelligence. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested against the opposition's main danger in Hoxha. Played through the middle to begin with then shifted to the flank after a teammate came on. Seven

The defender Moved forward on the ball, a familiar role before. Sometimes lacked urgency in possession and the experiment abandoned at half-time. 6/10

Dan Burn A nuisance from dead balls, typically, but may be a replacement for his teammate in the backline as opposed to paired with him. A careless pass later in the match almost led to the first goal for the visitors. 6

The young full-back Another confident display by the youngster following his initial appearance versus Serbia. A teammate failed to make the opportunity from an exquisite flick over the Albania defence. The role is his to lose at this stage. Seven

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning for his country. Slightly careless when playing out but his dangerous deliveries posed a danger. A handy tempo-setter for the manager to utilize versus defensive opponents. Booked after a reckless foul. Six

Declan Rice Crosses from corners and free kicks caused problems. Enjoyed license to drift down the left flank but was in an offside position upon receiving in front of goal. Given a deserved rest around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Operated in a forward spot out wide and did plenty of the hard yards. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and scuffed a shot high. Withdrawn late on by Rogers, a fellow player, following a yellow card. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's best chance before halftime, his shot well saved by the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate hanging back, he had to offer an outlet down the right side although his balls into the box were inconsistent. Replaced with 15 to go. 6

The captain The match-winner scoring 77th and 78th finishes at international level. The first a typical close-range tap-in and his next an excellent header following a clever run from his marker. Now 32, he’s only getting better with the national team stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him up top. Eight

The attacker Had difficulty to influence play out wide. Had a good opening after being played in by Bellingham however the keeper made the save. Rashford made much more of an impact in his place. 5

Substitutes

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting effectively with Kane in a preferred position, Six
• Saka (on for Eze 63) Spurned chances although his set-piece created the breakthrough, Six
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Active when brought on and set up the captain's brace with superb cross to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled already, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10