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In a commanding display, England clinched a further win versus Albania, with several squad members delivering notable displays during the match.

First-choice XI

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to perform in the first half but then called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker highlighted his reading of the game. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Examined by Albania’s main danger in their forward. Started in a central role initially but moved to the flank once a teammate was introduced. 7/10

John Stones Moved into midfield with the ball at his feet, a familiar role in the past. On occasion was too casual on the ball and the approach abandoned at half-time. Six

Dan Burn A nuisance at set pieces, per usual, but may be a replacement for Stones in defense rather than paired with him. One wayward ball later in the match came close to a goal from the visitors. 6

The young full-back A further assured performance from the youngster following his debut against Serbia. A teammate failed to make full advantage of a clever backheel over the Albania defence. The role is his to lose already. 7

The newcomer His maiden beginning for his country. Somewhat loose in possession though his inswinging set-pieces were a threat. An effective pace-controller available to the boss to call upon against defensive opponents. Booked for a rash foul. Six

The midfielder Deliveries from dead balls and free kicks were dangerous. Enjoyed room to drift down the left flank but was in an offside position when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Awarded a well-earned rest after an hour. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Played in a high role out wide and put in dirty work. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance and mishit an attempt over. Substituted towards the end for Rogers, his rival, after receiving a caution. 7

The winger Was presented with the team's best chance in the opening period, his strike well saved from the Albanian keeper. With Quansah holding position, it fell to him to stretch the play out wide although his balls from the touchline varied in quality. Substituted with 15 to go. 6/10

The captain The match-winner netting 77th and 78th finishes for his country. The first a trademark opportunist's goal and his next a classy header having drifted away off his defender. Aged 32, he continues to improve with the national team stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game on the left flank. Was presented with a presentable chance after being played in from a teammate however the keeper made the save. Rashford had a greater an impact after coming on. Five

Substitutes

• Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright and combined well with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze 63) Spurned chances although his set-piece provided the opener, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Energetic when brought on and provided the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the back post, Seven
• Anderson (for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable at this level, Six
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to affect things, Six