🔗 Share this article

Throughout a commanding display, the English national team clinched one more win against Albania, with several players delivering standout displays during the match.

Starting XI

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested required before the break until tested from an opponent's curling effort. A sliding challenge on Qazim Laci showed excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged against Albania’s biggest threat through Hoxha. Played in a central role early on then shifted wider once a teammate entered the fray. 7

John Stones Advanced into midfield with the ball at his feet, a familiar role in the past. At times was too casual when carrying play with the tactic was shelved by the interval. Six

The tall defender Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, per usual, could serve as an alternative to his teammate at the back as opposed to alongside him. A loose ball later in the match nearly resulted in a goal for Albania. 6

The young full-back One more composed display by the 20-year-old after his first cap versus Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on the opportunity from a gorgeous touch behind the opposing backline. His position is his to lose so soon. 7/10

The newcomer His maiden beginning with the national team. A bit sloppy on the ball though his dangerous set-pieces caused problems. A handy pace-controller available to the boss to have against sides that sit back. Booked for a poorly timed tackle. Six

The midfielder Deliveries on corner kicks and free-kicks were dangerous. Was given freedom to drift down the left flank but was in an offside position when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Given a merited rest on the hour mark. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in an advanced spot on the right while also contributed with dirty work. Showed flashes of quality but mishit an effort high. Withdrawn in the closing stages for Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. 7/10

The winger Had the team's top opening of the first half, his effort excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. With a teammate holding position, he was forced to stretch the play out wide although his balls from wide areas were hit and miss. Taken off late in the match. 6/10

The captain The difference-maker netting 77th and 78th finishes for his country. The opener a classic close-range tap-in while the second an excellent headed goal after peeling away off his defender. Aged 32, he continues to improve with the national team have every chance in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8/10

The attacker Found it tough to get into the game from the left. Was presented with a good opening when set up from a teammate however Strakosha denied him. His replacement made much more of an impact when substituted. 5/10

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and linked up seamlessly with the striker in a preferred position, 6/10
• Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities although his set-piece led to the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Active after coming on assisting Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable already, 6
• Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10