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Throughout a dominant performance, England secured a further triumph versus Albania, with a number of squad members turning in notable displays on the pitch.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Not a save to perform during the opening 45 until called into action from an opponent's bent shot. A sliding intervention on an Albanian attacker showed sharp anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested by the opposition's biggest threat through Hoxha. Started more centrally initially later drifted to the flank after a teammate came on. 7/10

John Stones Advanced up the pitch with the ball at his feet, as he has done previously. At times lacked urgency on the ball and the tactic abandoned after the break. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, per usual, perhaps is an alternative for Stones at the back instead of his partner. One wayward ball in the second half nearly resulted in an opener for the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly A further assured showing from the youngster following his initial appearance versus Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on the opportunity from an exquisite flick over the Albania defence. The role looks secure at this stage. 7

The newcomer His maiden beginning for his country. Slightly careless in possession though his whipped corners were a threat. A handy pace-controller for the manager to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Booked for a poorly timed challenge. Six

Declan Rice Crosses from corners and free kicks were dangerous. Had license to drift down the left flank yet found himself in an offside position as the pass came with a chance to score. Awarded a well-earned break around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Operated in a high role on the right while also contributed with dirty work. Showed moments of class but mishit a shot high. Replaced towards the end for Rogers, a fellow player, following a yellow card. Seven

The winger Was presented with England’s top opening before halftime, his effort smartly stopped by the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah staying deep, he had to offer an outlet down the right side although his balls into the box were inconsistent. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6

The captain The difference-maker netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes in an England shirt. His first a classic opportunist's goal and his next a superb finish with his head following a clever run away from the opposition. Now 32, he continues to improve with the national team have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him up top. Eight

The attacker Found it tough to influence play from the left. Was presented with a decent opportunity following a pass from a teammate yet Strakosha denied him. Rashford produced a bigger an impact after coming on. 5

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively and combined effectively with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece provided the first goal, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Active after coming on and set up Kane’s second with superb cross to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Seems settled already, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10