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Throughout a impressive performance, England clinched another victory versus their opponents, with several players turning in standout displays throughout the game.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Had little to do to make before the break but then called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. A sliding intervention on Qazim Laci demonstrated excellent game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested by Albania’s biggest threat in Hoxha. Played through the middle early on later drifted wider after Saka entered the fray. 7

John Stones Pushed up the pitch with the ball at his feet, a familiar role before. Sometimes seemed hesitant on the ball with the experiment was shelved by the interval. 6

The tall defender Always dangerous at set pieces, typically, but may be a replacement for his teammate at the back instead of his partner. One wayward pass in the second half nearly resulted in an opener for Albania. Six

The young full-back One more composed showing by the youngster after his debut against Serbia. A teammate failed to make full advantage of a gorgeous backheel behind their defense. His position looks secure so soon. Seven

The newcomer His first start in an England shirt. Somewhat loose when playing out but his inswinging deliveries caused problems. A useful pace-controller available to the coach to have versus sides that sit back. Shown a yellow after a reckless challenge. 6

The midfielder Crosses from dead balls and free kicks were dangerous. Was given freedom to move down the left flank only to be in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Granted a well-earned substitution around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Operated in an advanced position out wide and put in defensive duties. Displayed moments of class but mishit a shot over. Withdrawn towards the end for Rogers, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. 7

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's top opening before halftime, his effort well saved by the Albanian keeper. With a teammate staying deep, it fell to him to stretch the play out wide but his crosses from the touchline were hit and miss. Taken off for the final quarter-hour. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker scoring 77th and 78th strikes at international level. The opener a classic opportunist's goal and his next an excellent finish with his head having drifted away off his defender. Aged 32, he’s only getting better and England have every chance next summer when he's in the team. 8/10

The attacker Had difficulty to influence play out wide. Had a presentable chance when set up by the midfielder however Strakosha made the save. His replacement made much more of an impact when substituted. Five

Substitutes

• Foden (for Rice 63) Looked lively connecting seamlessly with the striker in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances but his corner created the breakthrough, 6/10
• Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Energetic upon introduction assisting the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, 6