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During a impressive display, England secured a further victory versus Albania, featuring multiple players delivering standout displays throughout the game.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested required in the first half but then called into action from an opponent's curled attempt. A sliding challenge against Qazim Laci highlighted sharp game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Examined against the opposition's primary attacker in Hoxha. Operated in a central role initially then shifted out wide once a teammate was introduced. Seven

The defender Moved forward with the ball at his feet, as he has done previously. At times lacked urgency on the ball with the tactic was shelved after the break. 6

Dan Burn A nuisance at set pieces, per usual, could serve as an alternative to Stones at the back as opposed to his partner. A loose pass later in the match almost led to an opener from the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly One more confident performance by the 20-year-old following his initial appearance versus Serbia. Saka was unable to take full advantage of a gorgeous flick behind the Albania defence. The role is firmly his already. 7/10

Adam Wharton A debut start for his country. Somewhat sloppy on the ball however his inswinging corners posed a danger. A useful pace-controller for the boss to call upon against teams who drop deep. Shown a yellow for a rash challenge. Six

Declan Rice Crosses on corner kicks and free kicks were dangerous. Had license to drift down the left flank yet found himself offside when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Granted a deserved rest after an hour. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Operated in an advanced position out wide and also contributed with the hard yards. Demonstrated flashes of quality but scuffed a shot high. Withdrawn towards the end for a teammate, a fellow player, following a yellow card. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's top opening of the first half, his effort excellently kept out by the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah staying deep, he was forced to offer an outlet on the right yet his deliveries into the box varied in quality. Taken off late in the match. Six

The captain The decisive figure netting two more goals at international level. The first a typical opportunist's goal while the second a superb headed goal having drifted away off his defender. Now 32, he’s only getting better with the national team have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to influence play on the left flank. Was presented with a decent opportunity when set up from a teammate however Strakosha denied him. His replacement produced a bigger an impact when substituted. 5

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice 63) Appeared sharp and linked up effectively with the striker in a preferred position, 6/10
• Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece created the first goal, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Energetic when brought on and provided the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the back post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled already, 6
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, Six