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During a commanding display, the English national team secured a further triumph versus their opponents, with multiple players turning in standout displays throughout the game.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Not a save to perform in the first half before forced to intervene from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding tackle against Qazim Laci highlighted excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged against the opposition's main danger in their forward. Played through the middle to begin with then shifted to the flank once a teammate came on. Seven

The defender Advanced into midfield on the ball, a familiar role previously. On occasion was too casual when carrying play with the experiment abandoned at half-time. 6/10

The tall defender A nuisance from dead balls, typically, perhaps is an alternative for Stones in defense instead of his partner. One wayward pass after the break almost led to a goal from the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back One more confident display by the rising star after his first cap against another side. A teammate failed to make the opportunity from a clever backheel behind the Albania defence. The role looks secure so soon. 7/10

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning for his country. A bit loose in possession however his whipped deliveries caused problems. A useful game manager for the manager to call upon versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a rash foul. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses from dead balls and set-plays created chances. Had freedom to move on the left only to be in an offside position when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Granted a deserved substitution after an hour. 6

The star midfielder Operated in an advanced position down the right and put in defensive duties. Demonstrated moments of class and scuffed an effort over. Replaced in the closing stages for a teammate, his competition, following a yellow card. 7/10

The winger Had the team's best chance before halftime, his shot smartly stopped from the Albanian keeper. With a teammate hanging back, he had to offer an outlet on the right although his balls into the box varied in quality. Substituted late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker netting two more strikes at international level. His first a typical opportunist's goal and his next a classy finish with his head following a clever run away from the opposition. Now 32, he’s only getting better and the side are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8/10

The attacker Struggled to get into the game from the left. Was presented with a presentable chance following a pass from a teammate but Strakosha denied him. Rashford produced a bigger effect when substituted. 5/10

Substitutes

• Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Was bright connecting effectively with Kane in a preferred position, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze 63) Spurned chances although his set-piece provided the first goal, Six
• Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Active upon introduction assisting Kane’s second via an excellent ball to the far post, 7
• Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Seems settled at this level, 6/10
• Rogers (for the star 84) Too brief a spell to affect things, 6/10