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In a dominant performance, the English national team secured another triumph against Albania, featuring several players producing notable performances on the pitch.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required before the break until called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. One well-timed sliding intervention on Qazim Laci highlighted excellent game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged against Albania’s primary attacker in their forward. Started in a central role early on then shifted to the flank after a teammate came on. 7/10

John Stones Pushed forward on the ball, a familiar role previously. Sometimes seemed hesitant when carrying play with the experiment abandoned by the interval. 6/10

Dan Burn A nuisance from dead balls, as always, but may be another option to Stones at the back instead of paired with him. One wayward distribution later in the match came close to a goal for the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly Another confident display from the 20-year-old following his debut versus Serbia. A teammate failed to make the opportunity from an exquisite backheel behind the Albania defence. His position looks secure at this stage. 7

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning with the national team. Slightly careless in possession though his whipped deliveries caused problems. A useful game manager for the coach to have versus defensive opponents. Booked for a rash challenge. 6

The midfielder Deliveries from corners and set-plays caused problems. Had room to drift in left midfield only to be in an offside position as the pass came in shooting positions. Granted a well-earned rest after an hour. Six

The star midfielder Played in a high role down the right and also did plenty of the hard yards. Displayed flashes of quality but dragged a shot high. Substituted towards the end by Rogers, his rival, after receiving a caution. 7/10

The winger Was presented with England’s best chance before halftime, his shot well saved by the opposing goalkeeper. As a teammate staying deep, he was forced to offer an outlet on the right yet his deliveries into the box varied in quality. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

The captain The match-winner netting two more finishes in an England shirt. The opener a classic poacher’s finish and his next an excellent finish with his head having drifted away away from the opposition. Aged 32, his form is unwavering with the national team have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8

The attacker Struggled to make an impact out wide. Was presented with a decent opportunity following a pass from a teammate but Strakosha kept it out. Rashford made much more of influence in his place. 5

Substitutes

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and combined seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Spurned chances although his set-piece created the opener, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Active after coming on assisting the second goal via an excellent ball to the back post, Seven
• Anderson (for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable already, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to affect things, 6/10