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In a impressive performance, the English national team clinched another win against their opponents, with multiple players turning in memorable performances during the match.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Had little to do to perform in the first half until called into action from an opponent's curled attempt. His sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker highlighted excellent anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged by Albania’s biggest threat in their forward. Operated in a central role early on then shifted wider after a teammate was introduced. Seven

The defender Advanced into midfield with the ball at his feet, as he has done in the past. Sometimes seemed hesitant when carrying play and the tactic abandoned after the break. Six

Dan Burn A constant threat from dead balls, typically, perhaps is another option for his teammate in defense rather than paired with him. A careless pass after the break almost led to the first goal for Albania. Six

The young full-back A further confident display from the rising star following his initial appearance against Serbia. Saka failed to make the opportunity from an exquisite touch over the opposing backline. His position is his to lose already. Seven

The newcomer His first start in an England shirt. Slightly loose in possession but his whipped deliveries were a threat. A handy tempo-setter available to the manager to call upon versus defensive opponents. Booked after a reckless foul. 6/10

Declan Rice Deliveries on corner kicks and set-plays were dangerous. Had freedom to move on the left only to be in an offside position as the pass came with a chance to score. Granted a deserved rest around the 60-minute point. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward position out wide while also put in defensive duties. Displayed flashes of quality but dragged an effort high. Withdrawn towards the end for a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. Seven

The winger Had England’s clearest opportunity in the opening period, his effort excellently kept out by the opposing goalkeeper. As a teammate holding position, he was forced to provide width down the right side but his crosses from wide areas varied in quality. Taken off with 15 to go. 6

Harry Kane The match-winner netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals for his country. The first a trademark close-range tap-in and the second an excellent finish with his head following a clever run away from the opposition. At 32, he continues to improve and the side have every chance in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game from the left. Had a good opening after being played in from a teammate but the keeper kept it out. Rashford made much more of influence after coming on. 5/10

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (for Rice 63) Was bright and linked up effectively with the striker in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze 63) Spurned chances but his corner provided the opener, Six
• Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Lively after coming on and set up Kane’s second with superb cross to the back post, Seven
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Seems settled so soon, Six
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, 6/10