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During a impressive display, England secured a further triumph versus their opponents, with several squad members turning in notable displays on the pitch.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required in the first half but then tested from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding challenge on Qazim Laci highlighted his anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested by the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Played in a central role to begin with but moved to the flank once Saka was introduced. 7/10

John Stones Moved up the pitch with the ball at his feet, as he has done before. On occasion seemed hesitant on the ball and the experiment abandoned by the interval. Six

The tall defender A nuisance from dead balls, as always, perhaps is an alternative to his teammate at the back rather than his partner. A loose pass after the break nearly resulted in the first goal from the visitors. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly Another composed performance by the 20-year-old after his first cap against another side. A teammate was unable to take the opportunity from an exquisite backheel behind the opposing backline. The left-back spot is firmly his so soon. 7/10

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly careless in possession but his dangerous deliveries caused problems. A handy game manager for the boss to have against sides that sit back. Cautioned after a reckless foul. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces from corners and free-kicks were dangerous. Was given room to drift down the left flank yet found himself in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Granted a deserved substitution after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a high position out wide and also contributed with the hard yards. Displayed flashes of quality and scuffed a shot wide. Withdrawn towards the end for a teammate, a fellow player, after being booked. 7/10

The winger Had the team's top opening of the first half, his effort excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. With Quansah staying deep, he had to stretch the play out wide but his crosses from wide areas were inconsistent. Taken off with 15 to go. 6

Harry Kane The match-winner with his two more strikes at international level. The opener a trademark poacher’s finish and his next a superb finish with his head having drifted away from his marker. Aged 32, he continues to improve and England are strong contenders in future competitions with him up top. 8

The attacker Had difficulty to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a good opening after being played in by the midfielder however the keeper made the save. Rashford made much more of influence in his place. 5/10

Replacements

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright and linked up seamlessly with Kane in a preferred position, Six
• Saka (for the winger 63) Missed opportunities but his corner provided the breakthrough, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Active after coming on and set up the second goal via an excellent ball to the back post, Seven
• Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable already, 6/10
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, 6