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During a commanding display, the English national team wrapped up another win versus their opponents, featuring a number of players delivering notable performances on the pitch.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested required in the first half but then called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding tackle on Qazim Laci demonstrated excellent anticipation. 6/10

The debutant Tested against Albania’s biggest threat through their forward. Operated in a central role to begin with then shifted wider once Saka entered the fray. Seven

The defender Pushed up the pitch with the ball at his feet, a familiar role before. On occasion was too casual on the ball with the approach was shelved by the interval. Six

The tall defender A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, as always, could serve as a replacement to Stones in the backline rather than alongside him. A careless ball after the break nearly resulted in an opener for Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly One more confident showing by the youngster following his debut versus another side. Saka failed to make full advantage of an exquisite touch over their defense. The left-back spot is his to lose already. Seven

The newcomer A debut start with the national team. A bit sloppy in possession though his dangerous set-pieces posed a danger. A handy game manager available to the manager to call upon versus defensive opponents. Shown a yellow for a rash tackle. 6

The midfielder Crosses from corners and free kicks were dangerous. Enjoyed room to move on the left but was offside upon receiving in shooting positions. Awarded a merited rest on the hour mark. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Played in a forward spot down the right and also did plenty of the hard yards. Showed moments of class but scuffed a shot high. Replaced towards the end for Rogers, a fellow player, after being booked. 7/10

The winger Was presented with the team's best chance of the first half, his strike smartly stopped by the opposing goalkeeper. As a teammate holding position, it fell to him to offer an outlet down the right side but his crosses from wide areas varied in quality. Substituted late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker scoring two more goals for his country. The first a classic close-range tap-in and the second a superb headed goal after peeling away away from the opposition. Aged 32, he’s only getting better and England stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8

Eberechi Eze Struggled to influence play on the left flank. Had a decent opportunity after being played in from a teammate but the keeper kept it out. Rashford had a greater influence after coming on. 5/10

Replacements

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Was bright and linked up well with Kane in a preferred position, 6
• Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert but his corner created the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Lively after coming on and set up Kane’s second with superb cross into the area, 7/10
• Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established already, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing the star 84) Not enough time to affect things, Six