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During a impressive display, England clinched another win against Albania, with several players delivering standout performances on the pitch.

Starting XI

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to perform during the opening 45 before called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding challenge on an Albanian attacker highlighted excellent game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Examined by Albania’s biggest threat in Hoxha. Played more centrally early on but moved to the flank after a teammate was introduced. 7/10

John Stones Advanced forward when in possession, as he has done before. On occasion was too casual when carrying play with the approach discontinued after the break. 6/10

Dan Burn A constant threat at set pieces, typically, could serve as a replacement for Stones in defense instead of alongside him. A careless ball after the break came close to an opener for Albania. Six

Nico O’Reilly Another confident display by the rising star after his initial appearance against Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on the opportunity from a clever backheel over their defense. The role looks secure at this stage. 7

The newcomer His maiden beginning with the national team. A bit sloppy on the ball but his inswinging deliveries were a threat. A useful pace-controller available to the coach to call upon against teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a rash challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Set-pieces on corner kicks and free kicks were dangerous. Was given license to move down the left flank but was offside as the pass came with a chance to score. Granted a merited break after an hour. 6

Jude Bellingham Played in an advanced spot on the right and also did plenty of defensive duties. Displayed moments of class and scuffed a shot high. Withdrawn late on for a teammate, his rival, following a yellow card. Seven

The winger Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity of the first half, his strike smartly stopped from the opposing goalkeeper. With Quansah staying deep, he was forced to stretch the play down the right side although his balls from the touchline varied in quality. Substituted with 15 to go. 6

The captain The difference-maker netting 77th and 78th strikes at international level. The first a trademark opportunist's goal and the second a classy headed goal having drifted away away from the opposition. At 32, he’s only getting better and the side are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8

The attacker Found it tough to get into the game from the left. Was presented with a decent opportunity following a pass from a teammate but the keeper kept it out. His replacement had a greater an impact when substituted. Five

Bench Players

• Foden (for Rice 63) Looked lively connecting effectively with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Failed to convert but his corner led to the breakthrough, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Energetic when brought on and provided Kane’s second via an excellent ball to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Seems settled at this level, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6