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During a impressive display, England clinched a further victory versus their opponents, featuring several squad members delivering memorable displays on the pitch.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make during the opening 45 until forced to intervene from Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. A sliding challenge on Qazim Laci highlighted sharp reading of the game. 6/10

The debutant Challenged by Albania’s biggest threat through their forward. Operated through the middle early on then shifted to the flank after a teammate came on. Seven

The defender Advanced into midfield on the ball, as he has done before. At times was too casual in possession with the approach abandoned at half-time. 6/10

Dan Burn A constant threat at set pieces, typically, but may be a replacement for his teammate at the back instead of paired with him. A loose distribution after the break almost led to an opener from the visitors. Six

The young full-back One more assured showing by the youngster following his debut against Serbia. A teammate failed to make full advantage of an exquisite touch behind the Albania defence. His position is his to lose so soon. 7/10

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning for his country. Somewhat careless in possession but his inswinging corners posed a danger. An effective tempo-setter available to the manager to have versus defensive opponents. Booked for a poorly timed challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Set-pieces on corner kicks and free-kicks were dangerous. Was given license to move on the left but was in an offside position when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Awarded a deserved substitution after an hour. 6

The star midfielder Functioned in a forward role out wide and contributed with defensive duties. Demonstrated moments of class and scuffed an attempt over. Replaced towards the end by a teammate, his competition, after being booked. Seven

The winger Was presented with England’s top opening in the opening period, his shot smartly stopped by the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah staying deep, it fell to him to provide width out wide although his balls from wide areas varied in quality. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. 6

The captain The difference-maker with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals for his country. The opener a classic opportunist's goal while the second a classy finish with his head after peeling away from his marker. At 32, his form is unwavering with the national team are strong contenders next summer with him up top. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Struggled to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a good opening following a pass by Bellingham but Strakosha denied him. His replacement produced a bigger influence after coming on. 5/10

Replacements

• Phil Foden (for Rice 63) Was bright connecting seamlessly with the striker in a natural spot, Six
• Saka (on for the winger 63) Failed to convert but his corner provided the opener, 6/10
• Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Energetic upon introduction and set up the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Looks established so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Not enough time to influence the game, 6/10