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In a commanding showing, the English national team clinched one more triumph against their opponents, with several squad members producing memorable displays on the pitch.

First-choice XI

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required in the first half before called into action from an opponent's curling effort. One well-timed sliding challenge against Qazim Laci highlighted his reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged by the opposition's biggest threat in their forward. Started more centrally initially then shifted wider after Saka came on. Seven

John Stones Pushed up the pitch with the ball at his feet, as he has done previously. Sometimes was too casual in possession and the tactic abandoned after the break. 6/10

The tall defender A nuisance at set pieces, typically, but may be an alternative to his teammate at the back instead of alongside him. A careless ball later in the match nearly resulted in a goal for Albania. Six

The young full-back One more composed showing from the rising star following his first cap against Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on the most of a gorgeous touch behind their defense. His position looks secure already. Seven

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly careless on the ball however his inswinging set-pieces posed a danger. A useful pace-controller for the coach to have versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a rash challenge. 6

Declan Rice Set-pieces from corners and set-plays were dangerous. Had room to drift on the left but was offside when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Granted a deserved break around the 60-minute point. 6

The star midfielder Played in a high role out wide and also put in defensive duties. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance but scuffed an effort high. Replaced in the closing stages for Rogers, a fellow player, following a yellow card. 7

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's best chance of the first half, his effort smartly stopped by the opposing goalkeeper. As a teammate staying deep, he was forced to stretch the play on the right yet his deliveries from the touchline varied in quality. Taken off late in the match. 6/10

The captain The match-winner scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals at international level. His first a classic opportunist's goal and his next a classy finish with his head having drifted away off his defender. Now 32, he’s only getting better and the side are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game on the left flank. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up from a teammate yet Strakosha denied him. His replacement had a greater effect after coming on. Five

Replacements

• Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright connecting effectively with Kane in more familiar role, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances yet his delivery led to the breakthrough, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Lively upon introduction assisting the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (for Wharton 75) Looks established at this level, 6
• Rogers (for the star 84) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, Six