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Throughout a impressive display, the English national team clinched a further triumph against their opponents, with several squad members turning in memorable performances during the match.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make in the first half but then forced to intervene from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker showed excellent game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Tested by Albania’s biggest threat through Hoxha. Played through the middle early on then shifted out wide once Saka was introduced. 7

The defender Moved into midfield on the ball, a familiar role before. On occasion was too casual when carrying play with the approach was shelved by the interval. Six

The tall defender Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, as always, could serve as another option for his teammate in defense rather than paired with him. A careless pass later in the match almost led to a goal for Albania. 6/10

The young full-back One more confident showing from the 20-year-old following his initial appearance against Serbia. Saka was unable to take full advantage of a clever backheel behind the Albania defence. The role is his to lose at this stage. 7/10

The newcomer His maiden beginning in an England shirt. Slightly loose on the ball though his inswinging deliveries were a threat. A useful pace-controller available to the coach to have versus defensive opponents. Shown a yellow after a reckless challenge. Six

The midfielder Deliveries on corner kicks and set-plays created chances. Was given room to roam in left midfield yet found himself offside when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Awarded a well-earned substitution after an hour. Six

The star midfielder Played in an advanced position out wide and contributed with defensive duties. Demonstrated moments of class but scuffed an effort over. Withdrawn towards the end for Rogers, his rival, after receiving a caution. 7

The winger Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity in the opening period, his shot well saved from the Albanian keeper. With Quansah holding position, he was forced to stretch the play down the right side yet his deliveries from the touchline varied in quality. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. Six

Harry Kane The decisive figure netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes for his country. The first a trademark poacher’s finish while the second an excellent headed goal following a clever run off his defender. Now 32, his form is unwavering with the national team stand a real opportunity next summer with him up top. Eight

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to influence play on the left flank. Was presented with a decent opportunity after being played in from a teammate however the keeper made the save. Rashford had a greater influence in his place. Five

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively and combined seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Saka (for Eze 63) Spurned chances but his corner led to the first goal, Six
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Active after coming on and set up the second goal via an excellent ball to the far post, 7/10
• Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable already, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star 84) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, 6/10