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Throughout a dominant performance, the English national team clinched a further triumph against Albania, with several squad members delivering notable displays during the match.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to perform in the first half but then called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker demonstrated sharp anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged against the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Played in a central role to begin with but moved to the flank once a teammate entered the fray. Seven

John Stones Advanced forward on the ball, a familiar role before. At times seemed hesitant when carrying play with the experiment was shelved by the interval. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat at set pieces, per usual, perhaps is an alternative for his teammate in the backline rather than paired with him. A loose distribution later in the match nearly resulted in an opener from the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly A further assured performance from the rising star following his debut versus Serbia. A teammate was unable to take full advantage of a gorgeous touch over the Albania defence. The role looks secure already. 7

The newcomer A debut start for his country. Somewhat careless on the ball however his inswinging corners caused problems. A handy tempo-setter available to the boss to have versus teams who drop deep. Shown a yellow after a reckless challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Deliveries from corners and set-plays created chances. Had room to drift down the left flank only to be in an offside position when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Granted a deserved rest around the 60-minute point. 6

The star midfielder Played in a forward spot out wide while also did plenty of the hard yards. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and mishit an attempt high. Substituted towards the end for a teammate, his rival, after being booked. 7

The winger Had the team's top opening of the first half, his shot smartly stopped from Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate hanging back, he had to provide width out wide yet his deliveries into the box varied in quality. Replaced with 15 to go. 6

The captain The match-winner with his two more goals in an England shirt. His first a classic close-range tap-in while the second an excellent header after peeling away from his marker. Now 32, he continues to improve and England have every chance in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. Eight

The attacker Struggled to get into the game from the left. Had a good opening after being played in by the midfielder however Strakosha made the save. Rashford made much more of influence in his place. 5/10

Replacements

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Appeared sharp connecting effectively with Kane in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze 63) Failed to convert although his set-piece led to the breakthrough, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Active after coming on assisting Kane’s second via an excellent ball to the back post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established already, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, Six