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In a impressive performance, the English national team secured one more victory versus Albania, with a number of players producing memorable displays during the match.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Not a save required before the break but then forced to intervene by an opponent's bent shot. One well-timed sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker highlighted his reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested by the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Operated through the middle early on but moved out wide once a teammate came on. 7/10

John Stones Pushed into midfield when in possession, as he has done previously. At times seemed hesitant in possession with the tactic abandoned by the interval. Six

Dan Burn A nuisance at set pieces, typically, perhaps is an alternative for his teammate at the back rather than alongside him. A careless distribution in the second half almost led to the first goal from Albania. 6/10

The young full-back One more confident showing from the 20-year-old after his first cap against another side. A teammate was unable to take the most of a clever touch over the Albania defence. The role is firmly his at this stage. 7

The newcomer A debut start with the national team. Slightly sloppy on the ball however his dangerous deliveries posed a danger. A handy game manager for the boss to call upon versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a poorly timed challenge. 6/10

Declan Rice Deliveries from corners and set-plays created chances. Had room to move on the left only to be in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Awarded a well-earned substitution on the hour mark. 6

The star midfielder Played in a high position down the right and also contributed with the hard yards. Showed moments of class and dragged a shot wide. Withdrawn late on for a teammate, his rival, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s clearest opportunity of the first half, his strike well saved by the opposing goalkeeper. As a teammate staying deep, he had to provide width on the right but his crosses from the touchline varied in quality. Substituted with 15 to go. 6/10

Harry Kane The match-winner with his two more finishes in an England shirt. The first a typical opportunist's goal and the second a classy finish with his head following a clever run from his marker. Now 32, he continues to improve and the side have every chance next summer with him up top. 8/10

The attacker Had difficulty to make an impact out wide. Had a decent opportunity following a pass from a teammate however Strakosha made the save. His replacement produced a bigger influence when substituted. 5

Replacements

• Phil Foden (for Rice 63) Appeared sharp and combined effectively with Kane in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert but his corner provided the opener, Six
• Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Active when brought on and provided the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Seems settled at this level, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to affect things, 6/10