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In a dominant showing, England secured one more triumph against Albania, featuring a number of players producing standout performances throughout the game.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Not a save to perform during the opening 45 but then called into action by an opponent's curled attempt. A sliding challenge on an Albanian attacker highlighted sharp anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged against Albania’s main danger through Hoxha. Started more centrally early on later drifted out wide once a teammate came on. Seven

John Stones Advanced into midfield when in possession, as he has done before. At times was too casual in possession and the approach was shelved by the interval. 6/10

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, per usual, perhaps is another option to his teammate in the backline instead of paired with him. One wayward distribution later in the match came close to an opener for the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly Another assured display by the 20-year-old following his debut versus another side. Saka failed to make the opportunity from an exquisite backheel behind their defense. The role looks secure so soon. 7

Adam Wharton A debut start in an England shirt. Somewhat careless on the ball however his dangerous deliveries were a threat. A handy tempo-setter available to the boss to utilize versus defensive opponents. Booked for a rash tackle. Six

The midfielder Deliveries on corner kicks and free-kicks caused problems. Was given freedom to roam down the left flank but was offside as the pass came in front of goal. Awarded a merited substitution around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Operated in a high role on the right and put in dirty work. Showed moments of class and mishit a shot wide. Withdrawn late on for a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s best chance in the opening period, his shot well saved from Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate staying deep, he was forced to provide width out wide yet his deliveries from the touchline were inconsistent. Taken off for the final quarter-hour. Six

The captain The difference-maker netting two more goals in an England shirt. His first a classic close-range tap-in and the second a superb headed goal following a clever run off his defender. Aged 32, he’s only getting better and England have every chance in future competitions with him up top. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play from the left. Had a decent opportunity when set up from a teammate yet the keeper made the save. Rashford had a greater influence when substituted. Five

Substitutes

• Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and linked up seamlessly with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Saka (for the winger 63) Failed to convert but his corner created the first goal, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Energetic when brought on and provided Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Seems settled at this level, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, 6