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During a dominant showing, England clinched another win versus Albania, featuring several players delivering notable displays during the match.

Starting Eleven

Dean Henderson Not a save to make during the opening 45 but then called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. A sliding tackle against Qazim Laci highlighted sharp anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged by Albania’s main danger in Hoxha. Operated in a central role to begin with later drifted wider after a teammate entered the fray. Seven

The defender Moved forward with the ball at his feet, a familiar role in the past. Sometimes was too casual when carrying play with the tactic discontinued by the interval. Six

Dan Burn A nuisance at set pieces, as always, perhaps is another option to his teammate at the back rather than his partner. A loose distribution after the break nearly resulted in the first goal from the visitors. Six

The young full-back Another assured display from the rising star following his first cap against Serbia. A teammate was unable to take the opportunity from an exquisite backheel over the opposing backline. The left-back spot looks secure so soon. Seven

The newcomer His first start for his country. Somewhat sloppy when playing out though his inswinging deliveries were a threat. A useful game manager available to the manager to utilize against sides that sit back. Booked for a poorly timed tackle. Six

Declan Rice Deliveries from corners and free kicks caused problems. Enjoyed license to roam in left midfield but was in an offside position as the pass came with a chance to score. Granted a deserved break around the 60-minute point. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward position out wide and contributed with the hard yards. Displayed flashes of quality but scuffed an attempt wide. Replaced late on by a teammate, his rival, following a yellow card. Seven

The winger Had England’s best chance before halftime, his shot well saved by Thomas Strakosha. With a teammate holding position, he was forced to stretch the play on the right but his crosses from wide areas varied in quality. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker netting two more strikes at international level. The first a trademark opportunist's goal and his next a classy header having drifted away off his defender. Aged 32, he continues to improve with the national team have every chance in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8

The attacker Found it tough to make an impact out wide. Had a decent opportunity following a pass by Bellingham however the keeper denied him. His replacement produced a bigger an impact when substituted. Five

Replacements

• Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Was bright connecting seamlessly with Kane in a preferred position, 6/10
• Saka (on for the winger 63) Failed to convert but his corner created the first goal, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker 75) Lively after coming on and set up the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the back post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled already, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to affect things, 6