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During a commanding display, the English national team wrapped up another victory against their opponents, with a number of players delivering notable displays throughout the game.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Not a save to perform before the break until forced to intervene by an opponent's curled attempt. A sliding tackle on Qazim Laci highlighted excellent anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested by Albania’s primary attacker through their forward. Operated through the middle initially later drifted to the flank once a teammate came on. 7/10

The defender Pushed up the pitch when in possession, something he's known for previously. Sometimes seemed hesitant when carrying play with the experiment discontinued at half-time. 6/10

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, per usual, could serve as a replacement for his teammate at the back instead of paired with him. A loose ball after the break came close to a goal for the visitors. Six

The young full-back A further assured performance from the 20-year-old after his debut against another side. Saka did not capitalize on full advantage of a gorgeous touch behind the opposing backline. The role is his to lose at this stage. 7

The newcomer His first start in an England shirt. Slightly sloppy in possession but his whipped deliveries caused problems. An effective pace-controller for the coach to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a poorly timed foul. 6

Declan Rice Set-pieces on corner kicks and free-kicks created chances. Was given room to drift on the left but was offside as the pass came in front of goal. Awarded a merited substitution after an hour. 6/10

The star midfielder Operated in a forward position down the right while also did plenty of the hard yards. Showed moments of class and dragged a shot high. Replaced in the closing stages by a teammate, his rival, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's top opening in the opening period, his strike smartly stopped by the Albanian keeper. As a teammate staying deep, he was forced to provide width on the right although his balls into the box were hit and miss. Substituted late in the match. Six

The captain The decisive figure netting two more strikes at international level. The opener a trademark poacher’s finish and his next a classy header following a clever run from his marker. At 32, he’s only getting better with the national team have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play out wide. Had a good opening after being played in by Bellingham but Strakosha denied him. His replacement had a greater an impact in his place. 5/10

Substitutes

• Foden (for a teammate 63) Looked lively and linked up well with the striker in a natural spot, Six
• Saka (on for the winger 63) Spurned chances but his corner created the opener, 6
• Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Active after coming on assisting the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the far post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton 75) Seems settled so soon, 6
• Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, 6/10