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Throughout a dominant showing, the English national team wrapped up one more triumph against their opponents, featuring several squad members turning in notable displays on the pitch.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Had little to do to perform during the opening 45 until called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. A sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker demonstrated his game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged by Albania’s main danger through Hoxha. Played more centrally to begin with later drifted to the flank after Saka was introduced. 7

The defender Pushed forward with the ball at his feet, as he has done before. At times was too casual on the ball with the tactic discontinued after the break. 6/10

The tall defender Always dangerous from dead balls, typically, perhaps is an alternative to Stones at the back as opposed to paired with him. A careless pass later in the match nearly resulted in an opener from Albania. 6/10

The young full-back One more confident display from the 20-year-old after his debut versus another side. A teammate was unable to take the opportunity from an exquisite flick over their defense. His position is his to lose already. 7/10

Adam Wharton A debut start for his country. Somewhat loose on the ball however his inswinging set-pieces posed a danger. An effective tempo-setter for the boss to have versus sides that sit back. Cautioned for a poorly timed foul. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses from corners and set-plays caused problems. Had freedom to drift in left midfield yet found himself offside as the pass came with a chance to score. Awarded a deserved substitution around the 60-minute point. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Played in a high position out wide while also put in the hard yards. Displayed flashes of quality and dragged an effort wide. Withdrawn towards the end by Rogers, his competition, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's best chance before halftime, his shot smartly stopped from the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate holding position, it fell to him to provide width on the right although his balls from the touchline varied in quality. Taken off for the final quarter-hour. Six

The captain The decisive figure netting 77th and 78th finishes at international level. His first a classic poacher’s finish while the second a superb header following a clever run away from the opposition. At 32, his form is unwavering and the side stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Struggled to make an impact on the left flank. Was presented with a good opening following a pass by Bellingham but the keeper kept it out. Rashford had a greater an impact after coming on. Five

Substitutes

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright and combined seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities yet his delivery provided the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Lively after coming on and set up the captain's brace via an excellent ball into the area, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled at this level, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, 6/10