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In a impressive showing, England secured a further win against Albania, featuring multiple squad members producing memorable performances throughout the game.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Had little to do required in the first half before tested by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. One well-timed sliding intervention against Qazim Laci highlighted his anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Examined against the opposition's main danger in Hoxha. Played more centrally early on later drifted out wide once Saka was introduced. 7

John Stones Moved forward on the ball, as he has done in the past. Sometimes seemed hesitant when carrying play with the experiment abandoned by the interval. Six

The tall defender A nuisance at set pieces, typically, perhaps is a replacement for Stones in defense rather than alongside him. A loose pass in the second half almost led to an opener for the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back Another assured showing from the 20-year-old after his debut against another side. Saka did not capitalize on full advantage of a gorgeous touch over the opposing backline. His position is firmly his at this stage. 7/10

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning in an England shirt. A bit sloppy when playing out however his whipped corners were a threat. A useful pace-controller for the coach to utilize versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a rash tackle. 6/10

The midfielder Crosses on corner kicks and free-kicks created chances. Had room to drift down the left flank only to be in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Given a merited substitution after an hour. Six

The star midfielder Functioned in a high role out wide and also contributed with defensive duties. Displayed glimpses of brilliance but mishit a shot over. Substituted towards the end for Rogers, his competition, after being booked. 7

The winger Had England’s best chance of the first half, his strike smartly stopped from the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate hanging back, he was forced to provide width down the right side but his crosses into the box varied in quality. Substituted late in the match. 6/10

Harry Kane The decisive figure scoring two more goals for his country. His first a typical poacher’s finish while the second a superb finish with his head having drifted away from his marker. Now 32, his form is unwavering and the side have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8/10

The attacker Struggled to get into the game from the left. Had a decent opportunity when set up from a teammate however the keeper kept it out. His replacement produced a bigger an impact after coming on. Five

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Looked lively connecting effectively with Kane in a preferred position, 6
• Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert although his set-piece led to the opener, Six
• Rashford (for the attacker 75) Lively upon introduction assisting the captain's brace with superb cross to the far post, 7
• Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Looks established at this level, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, 6