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During a impressive display, England wrapped up another win against Albania, with a number of players turning in notable performances throughout the game.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Not a save required before the break before called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. A sliding intervention on an Albanian attacker demonstrated his anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested against the opposition's biggest threat in their forward. Operated through the middle initially then shifted to the flank once a teammate came on. 7/10

John Stones Pushed forward when in possession, a familiar role in the past. On occasion lacked urgency on the ball with the tactic discontinued after the break. 6

The tall defender A constant threat at set pieces, as always, but may be a replacement for his teammate in the backline as opposed to his partner. A loose ball after the break came close to an opener from the visitors. 6

The young full-back Another composed showing from the youngster following his first cap versus Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on full advantage of an exquisite backheel behind the Albania defence. His position looks secure so soon. 7/10

The newcomer A debut start with the national team. A bit careless on the ball however his dangerous set-pieces were a threat. A handy pace-controller available to the manager to utilize against sides that sit back. Shown a yellow for a poorly timed tackle. 6

Declan Rice Deliveries from corners and set-plays were dangerous. Was given room to roam on the left yet found himself offside when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Granted a deserved rest after an hour. Six

The star midfielder Operated in an advanced position on the right and contributed with dirty work. Showed moments of class but dragged a shot high. Replaced in the closing stages for a teammate, a fellow player, after being booked. 7/10

The winger Was presented with England’s clearest opportunity before halftime, his strike excellently kept out from Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah holding position, he had to stretch the play down the right side although his balls from wide areas were inconsistent. Replaced with 15 to go. 6

The captain The match-winner scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals in an England shirt. His first a classic poacher’s finish and his next a classy headed goal after peeling away away from the opposition. At 32, he continues to improve and England are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him up top. Eight

The attacker Found it tough to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a decent opportunity when set up from a teammate but Strakosha kept it out. His replacement had a greater influence in his place. 5/10

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively and linked up effectively with the striker in more familiar role, 6
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece provided the breakthrough, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Energetic after coming on assisting the second goal with superb cross into the area, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to make an impact, Six