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In a impressive performance, the English national team clinched another win versus Albania, featuring several squad members delivering standout displays during the match.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Not a save required in the first half before called into action by an opponent's curled attempt. A sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker demonstrated excellent reading of the game. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged against the opposition's primary attacker through Hoxha. Started in a central role to begin with but moved out wide after Saka was introduced. Seven

John Stones Moved into midfield when in possession, something he's known for in the past. On occasion seemed hesitant on the ball with the tactic discontinued after the break. 6/10

Dan Burn A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, as always, could serve as a replacement to Stones in the backline rather than paired with him. A loose distribution after the break nearly resulted in the first goal from the visitors. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly Another composed display from the youngster after his initial appearance against another side. Saka did not capitalize on the most of an exquisite touch behind the opposing backline. The left-back spot looks secure at this stage. 7/10

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning with the national team. Slightly loose on the ball but his whipped deliveries posed a danger. A handy game manager for the boss to call upon versus defensive opponents. Cautioned for a poorly timed challenge. Six

Declan Rice Deliveries on corner kicks and free kicks were dangerous. Enjoyed room to roam in left midfield yet found himself offside as the pass came in front of goal. Given a well-earned break on the hour mark. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward position out wide and contributed with defensive duties. Displayed flashes of quality and dragged a shot wide. Substituted in the closing stages by Rogers, his competition, following a yellow card. 7

The winger Had England’s clearest opportunity of the first half, his shot excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. With Quansah hanging back, he had to stretch the play down the right side but his crosses into the box varied in quality. Taken off late in the match. 6/10

The captain The decisive figure netting two more finishes for his country. The first a typical close-range tap-in and his next a superb finish with his head having drifted away from his marker. Now 32, his form is unwavering with the national team stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8

The attacker Had difficulty to make an impact out wide. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up by the midfielder however Strakosha kept it out. His replacement had a greater effect after coming on. 5

Substitutes

• Foden (for Rice 63) Looked lively and linked up well with Kane in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece led to the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker 75) Lively after coming on and provided the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the back post, Seven
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Seems settled already, 6/10
• Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, 6/10