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Throughout a dominant performance, England wrapped up one more triumph against their opponents, with several players producing notable performances during the match.

Starting Eleven

Dean Henderson Had little to do to perform in the first half but then called into action from an opponent's curling effort. His sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker showed his anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged against the opposition's main danger in Hoxha. Operated through the middle early on then shifted wider once a teammate came on. 7/10

The defender Pushed forward when in possession, a familiar role before. At times lacked urgency when carrying play and the tactic discontinued at half-time. 6/10

Dan Burn Always dangerous from dead balls, per usual, but may be another option to Stones at the back instead of alongside him. A careless pass in the second half came close to an opener for the visitors. Six

The young full-back One more assured showing from the youngster after his initial appearance against Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on the most of an exquisite flick behind the Albania defence. The role looks secure so soon. Seven

The newcomer His maiden beginning in an England shirt. A bit loose in possession but his inswinging corners posed a danger. An effective pace-controller for the boss to call upon against defensive opponents. Cautioned for a poorly timed foul. 6/10

The midfielder Crosses from dead balls and set-plays were dangerous. Had freedom to roam on the left yet found himself in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Granted a well-earned break after an hour. 6/10

The star midfielder Operated in an advanced role out wide and also did plenty of defensive duties. Showed flashes of quality but dragged a shot over. Withdrawn late on for a teammate, his competition, after receiving a caution. 7

The winger Had England’s clearest opportunity before halftime, his shot excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. As Quansah staying deep, it fell to him to provide width on the right although his balls from the touchline varied in quality. Taken off with 15 to go. 6

The captain The difference-maker with his two more goals in an England shirt. The opener a trademark poacher’s finish and the second an excellent headed goal following a clever run off his defender. Aged 32, he continues to improve with the national team stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8

The attacker Struggled to influence play out wide. Was presented with a decent opportunity following a pass from a teammate however Strakosha denied him. Rashford produced a bigger effect when substituted. Five

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for Rice 63) Was bright and combined seamlessly with the striker in a natural spot, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze 63) Failed to convert although his set-piece created the breakthrough, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Active after coming on and set up the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, 6