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During a impressive display, England wrapped up one more win against Albania, with a number of players delivering notable performances throughout the game.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Not a save to make during the opening 45 until forced to intervene from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. A sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker showed his reading of the game. 6/10

The debutant Challenged against Albania’s main danger through their forward. Operated more centrally early on but moved to the flank after a teammate came on. 7/10

The defender Pushed into midfield on the ball, as he has done in the past. At times seemed hesitant in possession with the tactic abandoned by the interval. 6

The tall defender Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, per usual, could serve as another option to his teammate in defense rather than alongside him. A loose pass after the break nearly resulted in the first goal from the visitors. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly One more composed performance by the 20-year-old after his debut against Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on full advantage of a gorgeous backheel behind their defense. The role is his to lose so soon. 7/10

Adam Wharton His first start with the national team. A bit loose in possession but his dangerous set-pieces caused problems. A handy tempo-setter for the boss to call upon versus sides that sit back. Booked for a rash challenge. 6/10

Declan Rice Deliveries from dead balls and free kicks created chances. Was given freedom to drift on the left yet found himself in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Given a merited break after an hour. 6

The star midfielder Functioned in a forward position on the right and also put in dirty work. Showed glimpses of brilliance and scuffed a shot over. Substituted in the closing stages for Rogers, his rival, after receiving a caution. Seven

The winger Was presented with England’s best chance in the opening period, his effort smartly stopped by the Albanian keeper. As a teammate holding position, he was forced to offer an outlet out wide yet his deliveries from the touchline were inconsistent. Replaced with 15 to go. Six

The captain The match-winner scoring two more strikes in an England shirt. The opener a trademark poacher’s finish and his next a classy finish with his head after peeling away away from the opposition. At 32, he continues to improve and the side stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. Eight

The attacker Found it tough to influence play out wide. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up by Bellingham but the keeper denied him. His replacement produced a bigger an impact when substituted. 5

Replacements

• Foden (for Rice 63) Appeared sharp and linked up effectively with the striker in a natural spot, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities although his set-piece created the breakthrough, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Lively upon introduction and provided the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery into the area, Seven
• Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Seems settled at this level, Six
• Morgan Rogers (for the star 84) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, Six