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During a impressive display, England clinched a further victory versus their opponents, with multiple squad members delivering memorable performances on the pitch.

First-choice XI

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make in the first half before tested from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. His sliding tackle on Qazim Laci demonstrated sharp anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested by the opposition's main danger through their forward. Played through the middle initially then shifted wider after a teammate was introduced. 7/10

The defender Advanced up the pitch on the ball, as he has done before. On occasion was too casual in possession and the approach discontinued by the interval. 6/10

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, per usual, could serve as a replacement to his teammate in the backline instead of alongside him. A careless distribution in the second half nearly resulted in an opener from Albania. Six

Nico O’Reilly One more assured showing by the 20-year-old following his first cap versus another side. Saka failed to make the most of an exquisite touch behind their defense. His position is his to lose at this stage. 7/10

Adam Wharton A debut start for his country. Somewhat sloppy when playing out but his dangerous deliveries caused problems. A handy tempo-setter available to the manager to utilize against defensive opponents. Booked after a reckless foul. 6

The midfielder Crosses on corner kicks and free kicks caused problems. Enjoyed license to roam down the left flank only to be in an offside position when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Given a deserved rest on the hour mark. Six

The star midfielder Functioned in a forward role on the right while also put in dirty work. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance but mishit an attempt wide. Substituted in the closing stages for a teammate, his rival, following a yellow card. 7

The winger Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity before halftime, his strike excellently kept out by Thomas Strakosha. With Quansah holding position, it fell to him to offer an outlet on the right although his balls into the box were inconsistent. Taken off for the final quarter-hour. 6

The captain The match-winner with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes at international level. The first a trademark close-range tap-in and his next an excellent headed goal having drifted away away from the opposition. Aged 32, his form is unwavering and England stand a real opportunity next summer with him leading the line. 8

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to make an impact on the left flank. Had a decent opportunity when set up by the midfielder however Strakosha denied him. His replacement produced a bigger an impact in his place. 5

Replacements

• Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp connecting effectively with Kane in a preferred position, 6/10
• Saka (for Eze 63) Failed to convert but his corner led to the breakthrough, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Lively upon introduction assisting the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the back post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for the star 84) Not enough time to affect things, 6