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In a impressive showing, the English national team secured another win against Albania, with a number of players delivering notable displays during the match.

Starting Lineup

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required in the first half until tested by an opponent's curled attempt. One well-timed sliding tackle on Qazim Laci demonstrated sharp game intelligence. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged against Albania’s primary attacker in their forward. Played in a central role early on but moved out wide once Saka entered the fray. 7

The defender Moved into midfield when in possession, as he has done previously. At times seemed hesitant when carrying play and the experiment discontinued at half-time. 6/10

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, per usual, but may be an alternative to his teammate in defense instead of paired with him. A careless ball after the break almost led to the first goal for Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly A further confident performance by the youngster after his debut versus Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on the most of an exquisite backheel over the opposing backline. His position is firmly his so soon. 7/10

The newcomer His first start for his country. A bit sloppy when playing out however his whipped deliveries caused problems. A useful tempo-setter available to the coach to utilize against sides that sit back. Booked after a reckless foul. Six

Declan Rice Deliveries from corners and free-kicks created chances. Enjoyed license to roam in left midfield yet found himself in an offside position when the ball arrived in front of goal. Awarded a deserved substitution around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Functioned in a forward position out wide and contributed with the hard yards. Showed flashes of quality and mishit an attempt wide. Replaced late on for Rogers, his rival, after receiving a caution. Seven

The winger Had the team's clearest opportunity in the opening period, his shot well saved from Thomas Strakosha. With a teammate holding position, it fell to him to stretch the play out wide yet his deliveries into the box were hit and miss. Taken off with 15 to go. 6/10

Harry Kane The difference-maker with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes at international level. The opener a classic opportunist's goal while the second an excellent headed goal following a clever run off his defender. Aged 32, his form is unwavering and England stand a real opportunity in future competitions when he's in the team. 8/10

The attacker Found it tough to influence play out wide. Had a presentable chance after being played in by the midfielder yet Strakosha made the save. Rashford had a greater influence when substituted. 5/10

Replacements

• Foden (for a teammate 63) Appeared sharp and combined effectively with Kane in more familiar role, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities but his corner led to the first goal, 6
• Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Active after coming on and set up Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the far post, Seven
• Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, Six
• Rogers (for the star 84) Too brief a spell to affect things, 6/10