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Throughout a impressive showing, the English national team wrapped up another win versus their opponents, with a number of players turning in standout performances on the pitch.

Starting Eleven

Dean Henderson Had little to do required before the break but then tested by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker highlighted sharp game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged against the opposition's biggest threat through Hoxha. Played in a central role early on but moved wider once Saka was introduced. Seven

The defender Moved up the pitch on the ball, a familiar role before. At times seemed hesitant when carrying play and the experiment abandoned at half-time. Six

The tall defender Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, as always, but may be an alternative to his teammate at the back as opposed to his partner. A loose ball after the break nearly resulted in an opener from the visitors. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly Another confident display by the youngster after his debut versus Serbia. A teammate failed to make full advantage of a clever backheel behind their defense. His position looks secure so soon. 7

The newcomer His maiden beginning with the national team. A bit careless when playing out though his inswinging deliveries were a threat. An effective tempo-setter available to the coach to have against sides that sit back. Shown a yellow after a reckless tackle. 6

Declan Rice Deliveries on corner kicks and set-plays caused problems. Was given freedom to drift on the left yet found himself offside upon receiving in front of goal. Awarded a well-earned break around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Played in an advanced position down the right while also did plenty of defensive duties. Showed moments of class but mishit an effort wide. Replaced towards the end by a teammate, his competition, following a yellow card. 7

The winger Was presented with the team's best chance in the opening period, his shot smartly stopped by the Albanian keeper. With a teammate hanging back, he was forced to offer an outlet out wide but his crosses from the touchline varied in quality. Taken off with 15 to go. 6

Harry Kane The match-winner netting two more goals at international level. The opener a typical opportunist's goal and the second an excellent finish with his head after peeling away away from the opposition. At 32, his form is unwavering and England stand a real opportunity in future competitions when he's in the team. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Struggled to get into the game from the left. Was presented with a good opening after being played in by Bellingham yet Strakosha kept it out. Rashford produced a bigger influence after coming on. 5/10

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (for Rice 63) Was bright connecting effectively with the striker in a preferred position, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert although his set-piece provided the opener, Six
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Lively upon introduction and set up the second goal with superb cross to the back post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Looks established so soon, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, Six