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In a impressive display, England wrapped up one more win versus Albania, with several players delivering standout displays throughout the game.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make before the break but then forced to intervene by an opponent's bent shot. His sliding challenge on Qazim Laci demonstrated sharp game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested by the opposition's primary attacker in Hoxha. Operated more centrally to begin with then shifted wider after a teammate entered the fray. Seven

John Stones Pushed forward with the ball at his feet, as he has done previously. Sometimes seemed hesitant in possession and the tactic discontinued at half-time. Six

The tall defender A nuisance from dead balls, typically, perhaps is an alternative for Stones in defense as opposed to alongside him. A loose distribution after the break nearly resulted in an opener for Albania. 6

The young full-back A further assured display from the youngster following his initial appearance against another side. Saka failed to make the opportunity from a gorgeous flick over their defense. The left-back spot is firmly his so soon. Seven

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning with the national team. Slightly loose in possession but his inswinging set-pieces caused problems. A handy pace-controller for the boss to call upon against teams who drop deep. Booked after a reckless foul. 6/10

Declan Rice Set-pieces from dead balls and set-plays were dangerous. Enjoyed room to roam on the left yet found himself offside upon receiving with a chance to score. Given a merited substitution after an hour. 6/10

The star midfielder Functioned in a high spot out wide and did plenty of the hard yards. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and scuffed a shot wide. Substituted towards the end for a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. 7/10

The winger Had England’s top opening of the first half, his effort excellently kept out by Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah staying deep, he had to stretch the play out wide but his crosses from wide areas were hit and miss. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. Six

The captain The decisive figure netting two more finishes for his country. His first a classic close-range tap-in and his next a superb header having drifted away away from the opposition. Now 32, he continues to improve and England are strong contenders in future competitions when he's in the team. 8

The attacker Had difficulty to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a presentable chance following a pass by the midfielder yet the keeper made the save. Rashford produced a bigger an impact when substituted. 5

Replacements

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright connecting well with the striker in a natural spot, 6/10
• Saka (on for Eze 63) Spurned chances yet his delivery created the first goal, Six
• Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Energetic when brought on and set up the captain's brace with superb cross into the area, 7
• Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, 6/10
• Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Not enough time to make an impact, 6