In a dominant performance, England wrapped up a further win versus Albania, featuring several players producing memorable performances on the pitch.
First-choice Lineup
The goalkeeper Not a save to perform before the break but then forced to intervene by an opponent's curled attempt. A sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker demonstrated his game intelligence. 6/10
Jarell Quansah Challenged against the opposition's biggest threat in their forward. Operated in a central role initially then shifted wider once Saka entered the fray. Seven
John Stones Pushed up the pitch when in possession, something he's known for in the past. Sometimes lacked urgency in possession with the experiment discontinued after the break. 6/10
Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, typically, could serve as another option for his teammate in the backline rather than paired with him. A loose distribution in the second half nearly resulted in the first goal for the visitors. Six
The young full-back Another composed display from the youngster after his first cap against Serbia. Saka failed to make the most of a gorgeous flick over their defense. The left-back spot looks secure at this stage. 7
Adam Wharton A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly sloppy when playing out however his inswinging set-pieces caused problems. A useful tempo-setter for the boss to utilize against sides that sit back. Booked for a rash tackle. Six
The midfielder Crosses on corner kicks and free kicks caused problems. Was given room to move down the left flank but was offside upon receiving in shooting positions. Awarded a merited rest around the 60-minute point. 6/10
The star midfielder Operated in an advanced spot down the right while also contributed with the hard yards. Showed moments of class and mishit an attempt over. Replaced towards the end for a teammate, his rival, following a yellow card. 7
Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s best chance before halftime, his strike well saved by Thomas Strakosha. With a teammate hanging back, he had to offer an outlet down the right side although his balls from the touchline were hit and miss. Taken off late in the match. 6/10
Harry Kane The match-winner netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes at international level. His first a classic opportunist's goal while the second a classy headed goal having drifted away from his marker. At 32, he’s only getting better and the side are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8/10
The attacker Had difficulty to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a good opening after being played in by the midfielder yet the keeper made the save. Rashford made much more of an impact in his place. 5/10
Substitutes
- Phil Foden (for a teammate 63) Was bright and combined effectively with the striker in a preferred position, Six
- Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Failed to convert although his set-piece led to the first goal, Six
- Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Energetic after coming on assisting the captain's brace with superb cross to the back post, 7
- Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable at this level, Six
- Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to affect things, 6/10
