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During a impressive performance, England secured one more victory against Albania, with multiple players producing standout performances during the match.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Had little to do to perform before the break but then tested from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker highlighted excellent game intelligence. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested by Albania’s primary attacker in their forward. Played through the middle initially but moved out wide after a teammate came on. 7

The defender Moved into midfield with the ball at his feet, something he's known for previously. At times seemed hesitant on the ball with the approach abandoned after the break. 6

Dan Burn Always dangerous at set pieces, typically, could serve as an alternative for Stones at the back as opposed to paired with him. One wayward pass in the second half almost led to a goal from Albania. 6/10

The young full-back One more confident display from the rising star following his initial appearance versus Serbia. A teammate was unable to take the most of an exquisite touch over the Albania defence. The role is firmly his already. 7

Adam Wharton His first start in an England shirt. Slightly sloppy on the ball though his dangerous set-pieces were a threat. An effective game manager available to the coach to call upon versus sides that sit back. Booked for a rash challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Crosses from corners and set-plays caused problems. Was given room to drift on the left only to be offside as the pass came in shooting positions. Given a well-earned rest after an hour. 6

The star midfielder Functioned in an advanced role down the right while also put in defensive duties. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and mishit an attempt high. Replaced towards the end by a teammate, his rival, after being booked. 7

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s top opening before halftime, his effort excellently kept out by the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate holding position, it fell to him to stretch the play down the right side although his balls from the touchline were hit and miss. Taken off with 15 to go. 6/10

The captain The decisive figure netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes in an England shirt. The first a trademark close-range tap-in and his next a classy finish with his head having drifted away from his marker. Now 32, his form is unwavering and England stand a real opportunity in future competitions when he's in the team. 8

Eberechi Eze Struggled to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a presentable chance after being played in by the midfielder however the keeper denied him. Rashford produced a bigger influence in his place. 5/10

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and combined effectively with the striker in a preferred position, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze 63) Spurned chances yet his delivery created the breakthrough, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Active upon introduction and set up the second goal with superb cross into the area, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton 75) Seems settled already, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, Six