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In a dominant display, the English national team wrapped up another triumph versus Albania, featuring multiple players delivering memorable displays during the match.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to make in the first half until forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding challenge against Qazim Laci showed his reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested by the opposition's primary attacker through their forward. Operated more centrally to begin with later drifted out wide after Saka entered the fray. 7

John Stones Advanced forward on the ball, something he's known for previously. At times seemed hesitant when carrying play with the tactic discontinued at half-time. Six

Dan Burn A nuisance at set pieces, per usual, could serve as another option to his teammate in defense as opposed to his partner. One wayward distribution in the second half came close to an opener from the visitors. Six

The young full-back Another confident showing by the youngster following his debut against Serbia. A teammate was unable to take full advantage of a clever touch over the Albania defence. The role is firmly his already. 7/10

The newcomer His first start with the national team. Somewhat sloppy on the ball but his inswinging corners were a threat. A useful tempo-setter available to the coach to utilize against teams who drop deep. Booked for a rash tackle. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces from dead balls and set-plays caused problems. Had freedom to drift on the left only to be offside upon receiving in shooting positions. Granted a well-earned rest around the 60-minute point. Six

The star midfielder Functioned in a high role out wide while also contributed with dirty work. Showed flashes of quality and dragged an attempt high. Substituted in the closing stages for a teammate, a fellow player, after being booked. 7/10

The winger Was presented with England’s clearest opportunity of the first half, his shot well saved by the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah holding position, he had to stretch the play down the right side although his balls from the touchline were inconsistent. Substituted with 15 to go. Six

The captain The decisive figure netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes in an England shirt. The opener a classic close-range tap-in while the second a classy header after peeling away off his defender. At 32, he continues to improve with the national team stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8

Eberechi Eze Struggled to make an impact out wide. Had a good opening after being played in from a teammate however the keeper denied him. Rashford had a greater effect in his place. Five

Replacements

• Foden (replacing Rice 63) Appeared sharp connecting seamlessly with Kane in a preferred position, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze 63) Missed opportunities although his set-piece created the first goal, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Energetic when brought on and provided the captain's brace with superb cross to the far post, Seven
• Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established already, 6
• Rogers (for the star 84) Too brief a spell to affect things, 6/10