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In a commanding performance, the English national team clinched one more victory against their opponents, with a number of players producing standout performances on the pitch.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Had little to do to perform in the first half before called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. A sliding intervention on an Albanian attacker highlighted his reading of the game. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged by the opposition's biggest threat in Hoxha. Started more centrally to begin with but moved wider after Saka came on. 7

John Stones Moved up the pitch on the ball, as he has done in the past. Sometimes seemed hesitant when carrying play with the approach discontinued by the interval. 6/10

Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, as always, perhaps is another option to his teammate at the back rather than his partner. One wayward ball later in the match nearly resulted in the first goal for the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly A further composed showing from the rising star after his initial appearance against Serbia. A teammate was unable to take the opportunity from a clever flick over their defense. His position looks secure at this stage. 7

The newcomer His first start with the national team. Somewhat careless on the ball however his inswinging corners posed a danger. A useful tempo-setter available to the boss to utilize against teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a poorly timed challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Crosses from corners and set-plays were dangerous. Was given room to drift on the left yet found himself offside when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Awarded a deserved break after an hour. Six

The star midfielder Operated in a high spot on the right while also contributed with the hard yards. Showed glimpses of brilliance and mishit a shot high. Replaced towards the end for Rogers, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's clearest opportunity of the first half, his strike well saved from Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah hanging back, he was forced to stretch the play out wide although his balls into the box varied in quality. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

The captain The difference-maker with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals at international level. His first a typical close-range tap-in and his next an excellent finish with his head after peeling away from his marker. At 32, he’s only getting better with the national team are strong contenders next summer with him up top. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play from the left. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up by the midfielder however Strakosha denied him. Rashford made much more of effect in his place. Five

Replacements

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright connecting well with the striker in more familiar role, 6
• Saka (for the winger 63) Failed to convert although his set-piece created the opener, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Energetic when brought on and provided Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the far post, Seven
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable at this level, 6/10
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, Six