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Throughout a impressive display, the English national team clinched another win against Albania, featuring a number of squad members turning in notable performances throughout the game.

Starting Eleven

Dean Henderson Had little to do to perform before the break until tested by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding intervention against Qazim Laci showed his game intelligence. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged against Albania’s biggest threat through Hoxha. Operated in a central role early on later drifted out wide after a teammate came on. 7

The defender Pushed up the pitch with the ball at his feet, as he has done before. Sometimes seemed hesitant when carrying play with the approach was shelved at half-time. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, typically, perhaps is an alternative for his teammate in the backline instead of his partner. A loose distribution later in the match almost led to the first goal for the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back A further composed showing from the youngster after his first cap against another side. Saka did not capitalize on the most of an exquisite flick over the Albania defence. His position is his to lose at this stage. Seven

The newcomer A debut start with the national team. Slightly sloppy when playing out though his inswinging corners were a threat. A useful game manager available to the boss to call upon against teams who drop deep. Booked for a poorly timed challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Set-pieces from dead balls and set-plays caused problems. Was given room to drift in left midfield but was in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Granted a merited substitution around the 60-minute point. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a forward role out wide and also put in dirty work. Demonstrated flashes of quality but scuffed a shot over. Replaced late on by Rogers, his competition, following a yellow card. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s clearest opportunity in the opening period, his shot excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. With Quansah holding position, he was forced to offer an outlet down the right side yet his deliveries from the touchline were hit and miss. Substituted late in the match. 6/10

The captain The match-winner netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes at international level. His first a classic close-range tap-in while the second a superb finish with his head having drifted away from his marker. At 32, he’s only getting better and England stand a real opportunity next summer when he's in the team. Eight

The attacker Struggled to get into the game on the left flank. Was presented with a presentable chance after being played in by Bellingham however the keeper made the save. His replacement made much more of influence when substituted. Five

Replacements

• Foden (replacing Rice 63) Appeared sharp connecting well with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Saka (on for Eze 63) Failed to convert although his set-piece led to the opener, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Lively after coming on and provided the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Looks established already, Six
• Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, 6/10