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During a impressive showing, England secured another victory versus their opponents, with several squad members turning in memorable displays throughout the game.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested required before the break but then called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. A sliding intervention on Qazim Laci demonstrated his reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Examined by Albania’s main danger in Hoxha. Started through the middle early on later drifted wider once a teammate was introduced. Seven

The defender Advanced up the pitch when in possession, a familiar role before. On occasion seemed hesitant when carrying play with the experiment discontinued at half-time. 6/10

The tall defender A nuisance from dead balls, per usual, but may be an alternative to his teammate in defense as opposed to alongside him. One wayward ball after the break came close to the first goal from Albania. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly A further confident display by the youngster after his first cap against Serbia. Saka was unable to take the most of a gorgeous backheel over the Albania defence. The role is his to lose at this stage. 7/10

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning with the national team. Slightly loose when playing out though his whipped corners caused problems. A useful game manager available to the manager to call upon against teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a rash challenge. Six

Declan Rice Crosses from dead balls and free kicks were dangerous. Had freedom to roam down the left flank but was in an offside position upon receiving in shooting positions. Given a merited substitution after an hour. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Operated in a high position down the right and contributed with dirty work. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and dragged a shot high. Withdrawn towards the end by Rogers, his rival, after being booked. 7

The winger Had England’s top opening in the opening period, his effort smartly stopped from the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah hanging back, he had to stretch the play down the right side yet his deliveries from the touchline were hit and miss. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

The captain The difference-maker scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals in an England shirt. The first a typical poacher’s finish and the second a classy header following a clever run from his marker. Aged 32, he’s only getting better and the side are strong contenders next summer when he's in the team. Eight

The attacker Found it tough to make an impact from the left. Had a presentable chance after being played in by Bellingham yet Strakosha denied him. His replacement had a greater effect in his place. Five

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively and linked up effectively with the striker in a natural spot, 6
• Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities yet his delivery led to the breakthrough, 6
• Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Lively after coming on and provided Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the back post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Looks established at this level, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to make an impact, Six