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In a dominant display, England wrapped up one more victory versus their opponents, featuring several players delivering notable displays on the pitch.

Starting Lineup

Dean Henderson Not a save to make during the opening 45 but then forced to intervene from an opponent's curling effort. One well-timed sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker showed sharp reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Examined against the opposition's main danger in their forward. Played more centrally initially but moved wider after Saka was introduced. Seven

The defender Moved into midfield on the ball, a familiar role before. Sometimes seemed hesitant when carrying play with the approach was shelved at half-time. 6

Dan Burn A nuisance at set pieces, typically, but may be another option for Stones in the backline as opposed to his partner. One wayward pass later in the match nearly resulted in a goal from the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly A further confident performance from the rising star following his debut versus Serbia. Saka was unable to take full advantage of a clever touch behind their defense. The role looks secure at this stage. 7

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning with the national team. A bit careless when playing out however his whipped deliveries posed a danger. A handy game manager available to the boss to have versus sides that sit back. Cautioned for a poorly timed challenge. 6

The midfielder Set-pieces from corners and free-kicks were dangerous. Was given license to move in left midfield only to be offside upon receiving with a chance to score. Granted a well-earned rest around the 60-minute point. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a forward position out wide while also put in the hard yards. Demonstrated flashes of quality and scuffed an attempt over. Withdrawn late on by a teammate, his rival, after being booked. 7/10

The winger Had the team's clearest opportunity before halftime, his shot smartly stopped from Thomas Strakosha. With Quansah staying deep, he had to provide width out wide but his crosses from the touchline varied in quality. Substituted with 15 to go. 6

Harry Kane The decisive figure scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals in an England shirt. The opener a trademark close-range tap-in and the second an excellent headed goal following a clever run from his marker. At 32, his form is unwavering with the national team have every chance next summer with him up top. 8/10

The attacker Had difficulty to get into the game from the left. Had a good opening when set up from a teammate however Strakosha made the save. His replacement produced a bigger effect after coming on. 5/10

Substitutes

• Foden (for Rice 63) Was bright and combined effectively with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities but his corner led to the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Lively upon introduction assisting the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable at this level, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, 6/10