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Throughout a commanding showing, the English national team clinched another win against Albania, featuring multiple squad members delivering notable performances on the pitch.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required in the first half until tested by an opponent's bent shot. One well-timed sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker showed sharp reading of the game. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested by the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Played more centrally initially but moved wider once a teammate was introduced. 7

John Stones Pushed forward with the ball at his feet, as he has done previously. At times seemed hesitant when carrying play with the experiment was shelved by the interval. 6/10

Dan Burn Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, typically, perhaps is a replacement for his teammate at the back instead of alongside him. A loose distribution after the break almost led to an opener for the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back One more assured performance from the youngster after his debut against Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on the opportunity from an exquisite touch behind the Albania defence. The left-back spot is firmly his at this stage. 7/10

The newcomer His first start for his country. A bit loose when playing out though his dangerous deliveries were a threat. An effective pace-controller available to the boss to call upon versus defensive opponents. Shown a yellow after a reckless foul. 6/10

Declan Rice Set-pieces on corner kicks and free-kicks created chances. Was given room to roam on the left yet found himself offside when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Granted a deserved substitution after an hour. Six

The star midfielder Played in a high spot down the right and also put in defensive duties. Demonstrated moments of class and scuffed an effort high. Substituted towards the end by a teammate, his competition, after receiving a caution. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's top opening of the first half, his effort smartly stopped by the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah hanging back, he was forced to provide width down the right side yet his deliveries from the touchline varied in quality. Substituted with 15 to go. 6

Harry Kane The difference-maker scoring two more finishes for his country. His first a trademark close-range tap-in and his next an excellent finish with his head following a clever run from his marker. Aged 32, his form is unwavering with the national team are strong contenders in future competitions with him up top. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a decent opportunity following a pass by Bellingham yet the keeper made the save. Rashford had a greater influence in his place. Five

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting effectively with Kane in more familiar role, Six
• Saka (on for the winger 63) Failed to convert but his corner created the first goal, Six
• Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Energetic when brought on assisting the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Seems settled so soon, Six
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, 6