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During a impressive display, the English national team secured a further victory versus Albania, with a number of squad members turning in standout performances throughout the game.

First-choice XI

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to perform during the opening 45 until called into action from an opponent's curled attempt. A sliding tackle on an Albanian attacker highlighted excellent anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined by the opposition's primary attacker through their forward. Operated more centrally initially then shifted out wide once a teammate came on. Seven

John Stones Advanced up the pitch when in possession, as he has done before. At times seemed hesitant on the ball and the approach discontinued by the interval. Six

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, per usual, could serve as another option for his teammate in the backline rather than alongside him. A careless ball in the second half came close to the first goal from the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly A further confident showing by the rising star after his initial appearance versus another side. A teammate was unable to take the opportunity from an exquisite touch over the Albania defence. His position is his to lose so soon. 7

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning for his country. A bit sloppy on the ball however his whipped set-pieces posed a danger. An effective game manager for the coach to utilize versus sides that sit back. Cautioned for a rash tackle. 6/10

Declan Rice Deliveries on corner kicks and free kicks were dangerous. Had room to roam down the left flank only to be offside as the pass came in front of goal. Granted a deserved substitution on the hour mark. Six

Jude Bellingham Played in an advanced role down the right while also contributed with the hard yards. Showed glimpses of brilliance and scuffed an effort high. Withdrawn in the closing stages for a teammate, his rival, after receiving a caution. Seven

The winger Had the team's clearest opportunity before halftime, his shot well saved from Thomas Strakosha. With a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to offer an outlet down the right side but his crosses into the box were hit and miss. Substituted late in the match. 6/10

The captain The decisive figure netting 77th and 78th goals at international level. The opener a typical opportunist's goal while the second an excellent headed goal after peeling away away from the opposition. At 32, his form is unwavering and the side have every chance next summer with him up top. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game from the left. Had a presentable chance when set up from a teammate however Strakosha kept it out. Rashford made much more of effect when substituted. Five

Replacements

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and linked up seamlessly with Kane in a preferred position, 6/10
• Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities yet his delivery created the opener, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker 75) Active upon introduction and provided Kane’s second via an excellent ball to the far post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Looks established at this level, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Not enough time to influence the game, 6