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During a dominant display, the English national team clinched another victory against their opponents, featuring multiple players turning in standout displays throughout the game.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Not a save required in the first half until tested by an opponent's bent shot. One well-timed sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker demonstrated excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined against the opposition's primary attacker in their forward. Played in a central role early on then shifted out wide once Saka came on. Seven

The defender Moved forward with the ball at his feet, something he's known for previously. Sometimes lacked urgency on the ball and the experiment abandoned by the interval. Six

Dan Burn Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, typically, perhaps is an alternative to his teammate in the backline instead of alongside him. One wayward distribution after the break came close to a goal from the visitors. 6

The young full-back One more composed display from the rising star after his debut versus another side. Saka did not capitalize on full advantage of an exquisite touch behind the Albania defence. His position is firmly his so soon. Seven

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning in an England shirt. Somewhat careless on the ball however his dangerous set-pieces caused problems. An effective game manager available to the manager to utilize against teams who drop deep. Shown a yellow for a rash tackle. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces on corner kicks and free-kicks created chances. Had freedom to drift down the left flank but was offside as the pass came with a chance to score. Granted a merited rest on the hour mark. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward role out wide and did plenty of defensive duties. Demonstrated flashes of quality but dragged an attempt wide. Withdrawn in the closing stages by Rogers, his rival, after receiving a caution. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity of the first half, his strike excellently kept out from the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to offer an outlet out wide but his crosses from the touchline varied in quality. Taken off late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker netting two more goals at international level. The first a typical poacher’s finish while the second a superb header after peeling away away from the opposition. At 32, his form is unwavering and the side are strong contenders next summer when he's in the team. 8

The attacker Found it tough to get into the game on the left flank. Was presented with a good opening after being played in from a teammate yet Strakosha made the save. Rashford produced a bigger influence after coming on. 5

Bench Players

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively and combined well with the striker in more familiar role, Six
• Saka (for Eze 63) Missed opportunities yet his delivery led to the first goal, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Energetic upon introduction assisting the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7/10
• Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Looks established already, Six
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, 6