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During a impressive display, England wrapped up another triumph against their opponents, with several players delivering memorable performances on the pitch.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to perform in the first half before forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. His sliding challenge against Qazim Laci highlighted sharp anticipation. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged by the opposition's biggest threat through Hoxha. Started more centrally early on then shifted wider after Saka entered the fray. Seven

John Stones Moved up the pitch when in possession, a familiar role in the past. Sometimes was too casual on the ball with the experiment discontinued by the interval. Six

Dan Burn A nuisance from dead balls, typically, perhaps is another option for Stones in the backline as opposed to paired with him. A careless distribution after the break nearly resulted in a goal from Albania. 6

The young full-back A further confident display from the 20-year-old following his first cap versus Serbia. Saka failed to make the opportunity from a gorgeous flick over their defense. The role is his to lose so soon. 7

Adam Wharton His first start with the national team. Somewhat careless in possession though his dangerous deliveries posed a danger. An effective tempo-setter for the boss to have versus sides that sit back. Booked for a poorly timed challenge. 6

The midfielder Crosses on corner kicks and free-kicks were dangerous. Was given freedom to drift in left midfield only to be offside when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Awarded a deserved rest around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Operated in a high position out wide and also did plenty of defensive duties. Displayed flashes of quality but dragged an attempt over. Substituted towards the end for Rogers, his competition, after being booked. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s clearest opportunity of the first half, his strike smartly stopped from Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate hanging back, he had to offer an outlet on the right but his crosses from the touchline were hit and miss. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. 6

Harry Kane The match-winner with his 77th and 78th finishes for his country. The opener a typical close-range tap-in and his next an excellent headed goal following a clever run away from the opposition. Aged 32, he’s only getting better with the national team are strong contenders next summer when he's in the team. 8

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to make an impact on the left flank. Had a decent opportunity when set up from a teammate yet the keeper made the save. His replacement produced a bigger effect after coming on. 5/10

Substitutes

• Foden (for Rice 63) Looked lively connecting well with the striker in a preferred position, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities but his corner created the opener, Six
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Energetic when brought on and provided the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the back post, 7
• Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable already, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, Six