In a impressive performance, the English national team wrapped up one more triumph versus their opponents, featuring several players producing standout performances during the match.
First-choice XI
Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to perform during the opening 45 but then tested from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding tackle against Qazim Laci highlighted sharp anticipation. Six out of ten
Jarell Quansah Examined against the opposition's biggest threat in Hoxha. Operated more centrally initially later drifted wider after Saka was introduced. 7
The defender Pushed forward when in possession, as he has done before. On occasion seemed hesitant when carrying play with the tactic discontinued after the break. Six
Dan Burn A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, as always, but may be another option for Stones at the back instead of alongside him. A loose distribution in the second half came close to a goal from Albania. 6/10
The young full-back Another composed showing by the rising star after his initial appearance versus another side. Saka failed to make full advantage of a clever backheel behind the opposing backline. The role looks secure at this stage. 7/10
Adam Wharton A debut start for his country. Slightly careless when playing out but his dangerous deliveries posed a danger. A handy tempo-setter for the coach to utilize versus defensive opponents. Booked for a rash tackle. 6/10
Declan Rice Crosses on corner kicks and free-kicks created chances. Had room to drift on the left yet found himself in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Given a deserved break after an hour. 6/10
Jude Bellingham Operated in a high role down the right and did plenty of dirty work. Displayed glimpses of brilliance but scuffed a shot high. Replaced towards the end by Rogers, his competition, after receiving a caution. 7/10
Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's top opening in the opening period, his effort smartly stopped from the opposing goalkeeper. As a teammate holding position, he was forced to offer an outlet down the right side but his crosses from the touchline were hit and miss. Taken off late in the match. Six
Harry Kane The decisive figure with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes at international level. His first a classic opportunist's goal and the second a superb header following a clever run from his marker. Aged 32, his form is unwavering and England are strong contenders next summer when he's in the team. 8
Eberechi Eze Found it tough to influence play from the left. Had a presentable chance when set up by the midfielder yet the keeper made the save. Rashford made much more of effect when substituted. Five
Substitutes
- Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively and linked up well with Kane in a natural spot, Six
- Saka (on for the winger 63) Missed opportunities but his corner created the breakthrough, 6/10
- Marcus Rashford (for the attacker 75) Lively after coming on and set up Kane’s second via an excellent ball into the area, Seven
- Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable already, Six
- Rogers (for the star 84) Too brief a spell to affect things, Six
