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In a dominant display, the English national team secured one more triumph against Albania, featuring a number of squad members delivering memorable performances on the pitch.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to make before the break but then tested by an opponent's curled attempt. A sliding challenge on Qazim Laci showed excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested against the opposition's main danger in Hoxha. Played more centrally early on later drifted to the flank after a teammate was introduced. 7

The defender Pushed up the pitch with the ball at his feet, something he's known for before. At times was too casual in possession and the tactic discontinued at half-time. 6/10

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, typically, could serve as an alternative for his teammate in the backline rather than alongside him. A loose distribution later in the match nearly resulted in a goal for the visitors. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly A further confident showing by the 20-year-old after his first cap versus Serbia. Saka was unable to take the opportunity from a clever flick over their defense. The role looks secure so soon. Seven

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning for his country. A bit loose when playing out though his whipped set-pieces caused problems. A handy game manager for the manager to utilize against sides that sit back. Booked for a poorly timed foul. 6

Declan Rice Crosses from dead balls and free-kicks caused problems. Enjoyed license to roam on the left yet found himself in an offside position upon receiving in front of goal. Given a merited break on the hour mark. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in an advanced position on the right and contributed with dirty work. Showed moments of class and mishit a shot wide. Replaced towards the end by Rogers, his rival, after being booked. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s top opening in the opening period, his effort smartly stopped by Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah holding position, it fell to him to offer an outlet down the right side although his balls from wide areas varied in quality. Replaced with 15 to go. 6

The captain The decisive figure scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes for his country. The first a classic poacher’s finish and his next a classy finish with his head following a clever run away from the opposition. Now 32, he’s only getting better and England stand a real opportunity next summer when he's in the team. Eight

Eberechi Eze Struggled to influence play out wide. Had a decent opportunity after being played in from a teammate however Strakosha made the save. Rashford had a greater an impact when substituted. 5

Replacements

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Looked lively connecting seamlessly with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Missed opportunities but his corner led to the breakthrough, Six
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Lively upon introduction assisting Kane’s second via an excellent ball to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Looks established at this level, 6
• Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, 6/10