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During a commanding display, the English national team secured another win versus Albania, featuring several squad members producing memorable performances on the pitch.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to make during the opening 45 before tested by an opponent's curling effort. One well-timed sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker highlighted excellent game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Examined against Albania’s main danger through Hoxha. Started in a central role to begin with but moved wider once a teammate was introduced. Seven

The defender Moved into midfield with the ball at his feet, a familiar role previously. At times was too casual in possession and the experiment discontinued at half-time. Six

Dan Burn A constant threat at set pieces, typically, but may be a replacement for Stones in the backline as opposed to paired with him. A loose distribution in the second half nearly resulted in an opener from Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly A further confident display from the 20-year-old after his initial appearance versus another side. A teammate did not capitalize on full advantage of a clever flick behind the opposing backline. The left-back spot looks secure at this stage. 7

The newcomer A debut start for his country. Slightly loose on the ball though his dangerous set-pieces posed a danger. A useful game manager available to the boss to call upon against sides that sit back. Shown a yellow after a reckless tackle. 6

The midfielder Crosses from dead balls and set-plays created chances. Had room to roam on the left yet found himself in an offside position when the ball arrived in front of goal. Awarded a merited substitution on the hour mark. 6

The star midfielder Functioned in an advanced spot out wide and contributed with the hard yards. Showed glimpses of brilliance but scuffed a shot over. Substituted in the closing stages by Rogers, his rival, after being booked. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's top opening in the opening period, his strike well saved from the Albanian keeper. With a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to stretch the play on the right yet his deliveries into the box varied in quality. Taken off late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The match-winner with his 77th and 78th strikes in an England shirt. His first a trademark opportunist's goal and the second an excellent finish with his head after peeling away off his defender. At 32, his form is unwavering and England have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8/10

The attacker Had difficulty to make an impact from the left. Had a good opening when set up by Bellingham but Strakosha kept it out. Rashford had a greater effect after coming on. Five

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for Rice 63) Looked lively and linked up seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities but his corner provided the first goal, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Lively upon introduction and provided the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the back post, Seven
• Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, Six