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During a impressive display, the English national team secured one more victory versus Albania, with several players delivering notable displays on the pitch.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Not a save to perform in the first half before called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. A sliding intervention on Qazim Laci showed his game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested against Albania’s primary attacker through Hoxha. Started more centrally to begin with then shifted to the flank once Saka entered the fray. Seven

The defender Pushed into midfield with the ball at his feet, something he's known for before. At times was too casual when carrying play and the approach discontinued by the interval. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat from dead balls, per usual, but may be another option to Stones in defense instead of his partner. One wayward pass after the break nearly resulted in an opener from the visitors. 6

The young full-back A further confident display from the 20-year-old after his first cap versus Serbia. A teammate was unable to take the most of a gorgeous backheel behind their defense. The left-back spot is firmly his so soon. Seven

The newcomer His first start in an England shirt. Slightly sloppy in possession though his dangerous corners posed a danger. A handy game manager for the coach to have against teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a rash foul. 6/10

Declan Rice Deliveries on corner kicks and set-plays created chances. Was given license to move on the left only to be in an offside position when the ball arrived in front of goal. Granted a well-earned substitution around the 60-minute point. Six

The star midfielder Operated in an advanced position out wide and also put in the hard yards. Displayed flashes of quality but scuffed a shot wide. Substituted late on for Rogers, his competition, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's best chance of the first half, his shot well saved by Thomas Strakosha. With Quansah hanging back, it fell to him to offer an outlet down the right side but his crosses from the touchline were hit and miss. Taken off late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The match-winner netting two more finishes for his country. The opener a trademark opportunist's goal while the second a classy header having drifted away away from the opposition. Now 32, his form is unwavering with the national team have every chance in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8

The attacker Struggled to influence play out wide. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up by Bellingham but Strakosha kept it out. His replacement made much more of influence in his place. Five

Substitutes

• Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright connecting effectively with Kane in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Spurned chances but his corner created the first goal, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Active after coming on and provided the captain's brace with superb cross to the back post, 7
• Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Looks established so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, 6