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In a impressive showing, England clinched another victory versus Albania, with multiple squad members turning in memorable displays during the match.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Had little to do required during the opening 45 but then called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. One well-timed sliding intervention against Qazim Laci showed excellent anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined against the opposition's main danger through Hoxha. Played in a central role to begin with then shifted out wide once a teammate came on. 7

The defender Moved forward on the ball, a familiar role in the past. On occasion seemed hesitant in possession with the approach was shelved at half-time. 6/10

Dan Burn A constant threat from dead balls, per usual, could serve as another option for his teammate at the back as opposed to alongside him. A careless pass after the break almost led to the first goal for the visitors. Six

The young full-back One more confident performance by the 20-year-old following his first cap against Serbia. A teammate was unable to take the most of an exquisite backheel behind their defense. The role is his to lose already. 7/10

Adam Wharton His first start with the national team. Slightly careless when playing out but his dangerous set-pieces were a threat. A useful game manager for the boss to call upon against defensive opponents. Shown a yellow for a poorly timed challenge. Six

The midfielder Deliveries from corners and set-plays caused problems. Was given freedom to move down the left flank but was offside when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Given a merited substitution on the hour mark. 6

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a forward role on the right while also put in defensive duties. Demonstrated moments of class but mishit a shot over. Replaced late on by Rogers, his competition, after being booked. Seven

The winger Was presented with the team's best chance before halftime, his effort smartly stopped from Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate hanging back, he was forced to offer an outlet down the right side although his balls from the touchline were hit and miss. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker with his two more finishes for his country. The first a typical close-range tap-in while the second a superb header having drifted away from his marker. Now 32, he continues to improve and England stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8

Eberechi Eze Struggled to influence play from the left. Had a presentable chance when set up by Bellingham however Strakosha kept it out. Rashford made much more of effect in his place. 5/10

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright and linked up effectively with the striker in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Failed to convert yet his delivery led to the first goal, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen 75) Energetic when brought on and set up Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery into the area, 7
• Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to affect things, Six