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In a impressive display, the English national team clinched a further triumph versus their opponents, with a number of squad members turning in notable performances during the match.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Not a save required before the break until forced to intervene from an opponent's bent shot. A sliding intervention on an Albanian attacker demonstrated excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged against the opposition's biggest threat through Hoxha. Started through the middle initially later drifted wider after Saka entered the fray. Seven

John Stones Moved into midfield on the ball, as he has done before. Sometimes lacked urgency in possession with the tactic discontinued by the interval. Six

Dan Burn Always dangerous at set pieces, as always, perhaps is another option to Stones at the back as opposed to his partner. One wayward ball in the second half nearly resulted in the first goal from the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly Another confident showing from the 20-year-old after his debut against Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on the most of a clever flick over their defense. The role is firmly his already. Seven

The newcomer His first start for his country. Somewhat sloppy when playing out though his whipped corners were a threat. A useful game manager for the manager to utilize versus sides that sit back. Booked for a poorly timed challenge. 6

Declan Rice Deliveries on corner kicks and set-plays were dangerous. Was given room to drift in left midfield but was in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Awarded a merited rest after an hour. 6

The star midfielder Operated in an advanced role down the right while also contributed with dirty work. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance but scuffed an effort high. Substituted towards the end by Rogers, a fellow player, following a yellow card. 7

The winger Had England’s top opening before halftime, his shot well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate staying deep, it fell to him to offer an outlet on the right yet his deliveries from wide areas were inconsistent. Substituted with 15 to go. 6/10

Harry Kane The difference-maker scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals in an England shirt. The first a classic opportunist's goal while the second a classy headed goal following a clever run from his marker. At 32, he continues to improve and the side stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8

The attacker Struggled to get into the game on the left flank. Had a good opening after being played in by the midfielder yet the keeper made the save. His replacement produced a bigger effect after coming on. 5

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright connecting well with the striker in a preferred position, Six
• Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities although his set-piece led to the breakthrough, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen 75) Lively when brought on and set up the captain's brace with superb cross to the back post, Seven
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Seems settled already, 6
• Rogers (for the star 84) Not enough time to affect things, 6