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During a commanding display, the English national team clinched another win against their opponents, featuring multiple squad members delivering standout performances during the match.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Not a save required in the first half before forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding challenge on an Albanian attacker showed excellent anticipation. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Examined against the opposition's biggest threat in their forward. Played more centrally early on later drifted to the flank after a teammate was introduced. Seven

The defender Moved up the pitch with the ball at his feet, a familiar role previously. Sometimes was too casual on the ball and the approach discontinued by the interval. 6/10

The tall defender Always dangerous from dead balls, as always, but may be a replacement for his teammate in the backline as opposed to paired with him. One wayward pass after the break came close to an opener from Albania. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly One more composed display from the youngster following his debut against another side. Saka did not capitalize on the opportunity from an exquisite touch over the opposing backline. His position looks secure already. Seven

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning for his country. Slightly sloppy when playing out though his dangerous corners posed a danger. An effective tempo-setter available to the manager to have against defensive opponents. Cautioned after a reckless foul. 6/10

The midfielder Set-pieces on corner kicks and free-kicks caused problems. Enjoyed room to drift in left midfield but was offside when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Awarded a well-earned substitution after an hour. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a high position out wide while also put in defensive duties. Showed glimpses of brilliance and scuffed a shot high. Withdrawn late on by Rogers, his competition, following a yellow card. 7/10

The winger Had England’s best chance in the opening period, his strike smartly stopped from Thomas Strakosha. With Quansah holding position, it fell to him to offer an outlet out wide but his crosses from the touchline were inconsistent. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

The captain The difference-maker netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes for his country. The opener a classic opportunist's goal and his next a classy finish with his head having drifted away away from the opposition. At 32, he continues to improve with the national team are strong contenders next summer when he's in the team. 8

The attacker Had difficulty to influence play on the left flank. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up by the midfielder however Strakosha kept it out. His replacement had a greater an impact when substituted. Five

Replacements

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp connecting seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert but his corner created the first goal, Six
• Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Lively upon introduction assisting the second goal via an excellent ball into the area, Seven
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Seems settled already, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, 6/10