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During a dominant display, England clinched one more victory versus their opponents, featuring a number of players turning in standout displays during the match.

First-choice XI

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required before the break before forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. His sliding challenge on an Albanian attacker demonstrated his anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged against the opposition's biggest threat in Hoxha. Started in a central role early on but moved out wide after Saka came on. 7

John Stones Pushed into midfield when in possession, something he's known for before. Sometimes seemed hesitant when carrying play with the approach abandoned at half-time. 6/10

Dan Burn A nuisance from dead balls, as always, but may be another option for Stones at the back as opposed to his partner. A loose pass later in the match came close to a goal from Albania. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly Another assured showing by the rising star after his first cap against Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on the opportunity from a gorgeous backheel over the opposing backline. His position looks secure at this stage. 7/10

The newcomer His first start in an England shirt. Somewhat loose when playing out however his inswinging deliveries posed a danger. A handy pace-controller available to the manager to have versus sides that sit back. Booked for a poorly timed foul. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces from corners and free-kicks caused problems. Was given license to move down the left flank only to be offside when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Awarded a merited rest on the hour mark. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward spot out wide while also did plenty of dirty work. Showed moments of class and dragged a shot over. Substituted in the closing stages by a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. Seven

The winger Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity of the first half, his strike excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. As Quansah holding position, he was forced to offer an outlet out wide yet his deliveries into the box varied in quality. Replaced with 15 to go. Six

Harry Kane The match-winner netting two more finishes for his country. The first a trademark poacher’s finish and the second a superb header having drifted away away from the opposition. Aged 32, he continues to improve with the national team are strong contenders next summer with him leading the line. 8/10

The attacker Had difficulty to make an impact out wide. Had a presentable chance when set up from a teammate but the keeper made the save. Rashford had a greater effect after coming on. Five

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively and combined seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze 63) Failed to convert but his corner provided the opener, 6
• Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Active after coming on assisting Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery into the area, 7/10
• Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable already, Six
• Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to affect things, 6