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Throughout a commanding showing, England secured one more win against their opponents, with multiple squad members delivering memorable performances throughout the game.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Had little to do required before the break but then tested from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. His sliding intervention against Qazim Laci highlighted excellent game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Examined by the opposition's primary attacker in Hoxha. Started more centrally to begin with but moved out wide after a teammate entered the fray. 7

The defender Pushed into midfield with the ball at his feet, something he's known for previously. At times was too casual in possession and the approach abandoned after the break. 6/10

Dan Burn A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, typically, perhaps is an alternative to his teammate in the backline rather than his partner. A loose distribution later in the match nearly resulted in the first goal for Albania. Six

The young full-back Another confident showing from the 20-year-old after his initial appearance versus another side. Saka did not capitalize on the most of a gorgeous touch behind the opposing backline. The role is firmly his at this stage. Seven

Adam Wharton His first start in an England shirt. Somewhat loose in possession but his whipped set-pieces caused problems. A handy game manager available to the coach to have against sides that sit back. Shown a yellow for a poorly timed challenge. 6

Declan Rice Set-pieces from corners and set-plays were dangerous. Had room to drift on the left yet found himself offside as the pass came with a chance to score. Given a deserved break on the hour mark. Six

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward spot down the right while also contributed with dirty work. Showed flashes of quality but dragged an effort over. Withdrawn late on for Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. 7/10

The winger Was presented with England’s best chance before halftime, his shot excellently kept out from Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate holding position, he was forced to provide width down the right side but his crosses from the touchline were inconsistent. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6

The captain The match-winner netting two more finishes at international level. The first a classic opportunist's goal while the second a superb finish with his head having drifted away from his marker. Aged 32, his form is unwavering with the national team stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play on the left flank. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up by Bellingham yet the keeper kept it out. Rashford made much more of an impact when substituted. 5/10

Replacements

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively and combined well with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert yet his delivery led to the first goal, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Energetic when brought on and set up the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the far post, Seven
• Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to make an impact, 6