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In a dominant performance, England secured a further victory against Albania, featuring multiple squad members turning in standout displays during the match.

Starting XI

The goalkeeper Not a save to make during the opening 45 but then tested by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. A sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker highlighted his game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Examined by the opposition's primary attacker in Hoxha. Operated in a central role initially later drifted out wide once Saka entered the fray. 7/10

The defender Advanced forward on the ball, something he's known for in the past. Sometimes was too casual in possession with the experiment was shelved by the interval. 6/10

The tall defender A constant threat from dead balls, typically, but may be another option for his teammate in the backline as opposed to paired with him. A loose pass after the break came close to a goal from Albania. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly One more confident showing by the rising star after his first cap against another side. A teammate was unable to take the opportunity from a clever touch behind the Albania defence. His position is firmly his at this stage. 7/10

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. A bit careless when playing out but his whipped set-pieces were a threat. A handy tempo-setter for the coach to utilize versus defensive opponents. Booked for a poorly timed tackle. 6

Declan Rice Crosses on corner kicks and free-kicks caused problems. Had license to roam in left midfield yet found himself offside as the pass came with a chance to score. Given a merited rest after an hour. 6

The star midfielder Operated in an advanced spot down the right and did plenty of defensive duties. Demonstrated flashes of quality and mishit an effort wide. Replaced in the closing stages by a teammate, his competition, after being booked. 7/10

The winger Had the team's top opening of the first half, his effort excellently kept out by the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah holding position, it fell to him to stretch the play on the right but his crosses into the box were hit and miss. Substituted late in the match. Six

The captain The difference-maker netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals for his country. The first a classic poacher’s finish and his next a classy header following a clever run from his marker. Now 32, his form is unwavering and the side are strong contenders next summer with him up top. 8

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to influence play on the left flank. Was presented with a presentable chance after being played in from a teammate yet the keeper made the save. Rashford had a greater an impact when substituted. Five

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting effectively with the striker in more familiar role, Six
• Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities yet his delivery led to the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Active after coming on and set up Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7
• Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable already, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, 6