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Throughout a dominant performance, the English national team wrapped up a further triumph versus Albania, with multiple squad members producing standout displays during the match.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to make during the opening 45 before called into action from an opponent's curling effort. One well-timed sliding tackle against Qazim Laci showed excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined against the opposition's biggest threat in their forward. Played through the middle to begin with but moved out wide once Saka came on. Seven

John Stones Pushed up the pitch when in possession, something he's known for previously. On occasion lacked urgency on the ball and the approach discontinued by the interval. 6/10

The tall defender A constant threat from dead balls, as always, but may be an alternative for his teammate in defense rather than alongside him. A loose distribution after the break nearly resulted in the first goal from the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly Another assured showing from the 20-year-old after his first cap versus another side. A teammate was unable to take the opportunity from a gorgeous touch behind their defense. The left-back spot is firmly his at this stage. 7/10

The newcomer His first start with the national team. Somewhat careless on the ball though his dangerous set-pieces were a threat. A useful game manager available to the coach to utilize versus defensive opponents. Booked for a poorly timed tackle. Six

Declan Rice Crosses from dead balls and free kicks were dangerous. Had license to roam down the left flank only to be offside as the pass came with a chance to score. Given a merited break around the 60-minute point. Six

The star midfielder Played in an advanced position out wide and also put in defensive duties. Demonstrated flashes of quality and scuffed an effort wide. Replaced late on for Rogers, his competition, after being booked. 7

The winger Was presented with England’s best chance of the first half, his effort well saved from Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah staying deep, he was forced to stretch the play on the right yet his deliveries from wide areas varied in quality. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

Harry Kane The difference-maker with his 77th and 78th strikes in an England shirt. The first a typical poacher’s finish while the second a classy headed goal having drifted away from his marker. Aged 32, his form is unwavering with the national team have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him up top. Eight

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to get into the game on the left flank. Was presented with a presentable chance after being played in from a teammate but Strakosha kept it out. Rashford made much more of effect after coming on. Five

Replacements

• Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively and linked up well with the striker in a preferred position, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze 63) Spurned chances although his set-piece created the breakthrough, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Energetic when brought on assisting the captain's brace with superb cross to the far post, 7/10
• Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established at this level, Six
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to affect things, 6