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In a impressive showing, the English national team wrapped up a further victory versus their opponents, featuring multiple players producing memorable displays on the pitch.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Not a save to make in the first half but then called into action from an opponent's curling effort. One well-timed sliding challenge on an Albanian attacker demonstrated excellent game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Challenged against Albania’s biggest threat in Hoxha. Played more centrally initially later drifted wider once a teammate came on. 7/10

John Stones Pushed into midfield with the ball at his feet, as he has done in the past. At times was too casual when carrying play and the experiment abandoned at half-time. Six

The tall defender Always dangerous at set pieces, as always, but may be another option to his teammate at the back rather than alongside him. A loose distribution later in the match almost led to a goal for Albania. 6

The young full-back A further confident performance by the youngster after his first cap against Serbia. Saka failed to make the most of a gorgeous flick over the opposing backline. His position is his to lose at this stage. 7

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning with the national team. Somewhat careless in possession though his dangerous set-pieces caused problems. An effective game manager available to the coach to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a poorly timed challenge. 6

The midfielder Crosses from dead balls and free-kicks were dangerous. Was given freedom to roam down the left flank yet found himself in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Awarded a merited rest after an hour. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a forward spot down the right and also contributed with the hard yards. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance but mishit an attempt wide. Withdrawn late on for Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. Seven

The winger Was presented with England’s top opening of the first half, his shot excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. With Quansah holding position, he had to provide width on the right although his balls into the box were hit and miss. Taken off late in the match. Six

The captain The difference-maker with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals for his country. The opener a trademark poacher’s finish and his next a classy headed goal after peeling away from his marker. Aged 32, he’s only getting better and England stand a real opportunity next summer when he's in the team. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to make an impact out wide. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up by the midfielder but Strakosha made the save. His replacement produced a bigger effect after coming on. 5

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing Rice 63) Looked lively and linked up seamlessly with the striker in a natural spot, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze 63) Failed to convert yet his delivery provided the opener, 6/10
• Rashford (for the attacker 75) Active after coming on and set up the captain's brace with superb cross to the far post, 7/10
• Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established at this level, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, Six