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Throughout a dominant display, the English national team secured one more win against Albania, with a number of squad members turning in memorable displays throughout the game.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Not a save to perform before the break until forced to intervene from an opponent's bent shot. His sliding challenge on Qazim Laci highlighted excellent reading of the game. 6/10

The debutant Examined by Albania’s main danger in their forward. Operated through the middle to begin with then shifted out wide once a teammate entered the fray. 7/10

John Stones Moved up the pitch with the ball at his feet, something he's known for previously. At times was too casual when carrying play with the tactic abandoned by the interval. 6

Dan Burn Always dangerous at set pieces, typically, perhaps is an alternative to his teammate in the backline instead of alongside him. A loose ball later in the match almost led to an opener for Albania. 6/10

The young full-back Another assured showing from the rising star after his first cap against another side. Saka did not capitalize on the most of an exquisite backheel behind their defense. The left-back spot is his to lose at this stage. Seven

The newcomer His maiden beginning for his country. A bit loose in possession however his inswinging set-pieces posed a danger. An effective tempo-setter available to the boss to utilize against teams who drop deep. Cautioned after a reckless challenge. 6/10

Declan Rice Deliveries on corner kicks and set-plays caused problems. Was given license to drift on the left only to be offside upon receiving in front of goal. Granted a deserved rest on the hour mark. Six

The star midfielder Operated in a high spot down the right while also contributed with the hard yards. Showed glimpses of brilliance and mishit a shot high. Substituted late on by Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s clearest opportunity in the opening period, his strike well saved from Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate holding position, it fell to him to offer an outlet down the right side yet his deliveries from wide areas varied in quality. Substituted with 15 to go. 6/10

Harry Kane The decisive figure netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes in an England shirt. The first a typical close-range tap-in while the second a classy header having drifted away away from the opposition. At 32, he’s only getting better and the side have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him up top. Eight

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to influence play from the left. Had a presentable chance after being played in by Bellingham however Strakosha denied him. His replacement had a greater influence when substituted. 5

Replacements

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively and combined effectively with the striker in a natural spot, Six
• Saka (on for the winger 63) Failed to convert but his corner provided the first goal, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Energetic upon introduction and set up Kane’s second via an excellent ball to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, 6
• Rogers (for the star 84) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, 6