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Throughout a commanding performance, the English national team clinched a further win against their opponents, featuring a number of squad members delivering standout displays throughout the game.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Had little to do to perform during the opening 45 before tested by an opponent's curling effort. One well-timed sliding intervention on Qazim Laci highlighted sharp game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged by the opposition's biggest threat through Hoxha. Played more centrally initially later drifted to the flank once a teammate came on. 7/10

John Stones Moved into midfield when in possession, a familiar role previously. Sometimes lacked urgency on the ball with the tactic was shelved by the interval. 6

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, as always, but may be another option for Stones at the back as opposed to paired with him. A careless ball in the second half almost led to an opener from the visitors. 6

The young full-back A further composed performance from the youngster following his initial appearance versus Serbia. A teammate was unable to take full advantage of a clever touch behind the Albania defence. The role is firmly his at this stage. Seven

Adam Wharton His first start for his country. Somewhat loose on the ball but his whipped set-pieces caused problems. An effective game manager for the boss to have against defensive opponents. Cautioned for a poorly timed challenge. 6

Declan Rice Crosses on corner kicks and free kicks caused problems. Enjoyed freedom to move down the left flank but was offside as the pass came in front of goal. Given a well-earned substitution on the hour mark. Six

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward spot down the right and put in defensive duties. Displayed flashes of quality but dragged a shot high. Replaced towards the end by Rogers, his rival, after being booked. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s best chance of the first half, his shot smartly stopped from Thomas Strakosha. With a teammate staying deep, it fell to him to stretch the play on the right but his crosses into the box were inconsistent. Substituted with 15 to go. 6

Harry Kane The difference-maker scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes for his country. The first a classic close-range tap-in while the second an excellent header having drifted away off his defender. Aged 32, his form is unwavering with the national team are strong contenders next summer when he's in the team. 8

Eberechi Eze Struggled to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a presentable chance after being played in by Bellingham but Strakosha kept it out. His replacement had a greater an impact when substituted. Five

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Appeared sharp and linked up well with Kane in a natural spot, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Failed to convert yet his delivery provided the breakthrough, 6
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Lively upon introduction and set up the captain's brace with superb cross into the area, Seven
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Looks established so soon, Six
• Rogers (replacing the star 84) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, Six