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In a impressive display, England clinched another triumph against their opponents, featuring several squad members producing notable performances throughout the game.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Not a save to perform before the break before called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. A sliding intervention on Qazim Laci demonstrated excellent game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Examined against the opposition's main danger in Hoxha. Started in a central role initially later drifted out wide once Saka was introduced. Seven

The defender Pushed forward when in possession, something he's known for previously. Sometimes lacked urgency in possession with the tactic was shelved at half-time. 6

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, as always, but may be another option for Stones at the back rather than paired with him. One wayward pass in the second half came close to a goal from the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back A further confident showing by the youngster after his first cap against Serbia. A teammate failed to make the opportunity from a clever backheel over the Albania defence. The left-back spot is firmly his at this stage. 7/10

Adam Wharton A debut start for his country. A bit sloppy in possession but his dangerous set-pieces caused problems. An effective tempo-setter available to the manager to call upon versus sides that sit back. Cautioned for a poorly timed foul. 6/10

Declan Rice Set-pieces from dead balls and free kicks caused problems. Was given room to roam down the left flank only to be in an offside position as the pass came in shooting positions. Granted a merited break after an hour. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in an advanced role out wide while also put in defensive duties. Demonstrated flashes of quality but dragged an effort high. Substituted towards the end by Rogers, a fellow player, after being booked. Seven

The winger Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity before halftime, his shot smartly stopped by Thomas Strakosha. With a teammate holding position, he was forced to stretch the play out wide yet his deliveries from wide areas varied in quality. Taken off for the final quarter-hour. 6

The captain The difference-maker with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes at international level. The opener a typical close-range tap-in and his next a superb finish with his head following a clever run off his defender. At 32, his form is unwavering with the national team stand a real opportunity in future competitions with him leading the line. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play from the left. Was presented with a presentable chance after being played in from a teammate however the keeper kept it out. Rashford made much more of effect when substituted. 5

Substitutes

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively and combined well with the striker in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Failed to convert yet his delivery led to the first goal, Six
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Energetic after coming on and provided the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, 6
• Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Not enough time to influence the game, Six