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During a dominant showing, the English national team clinched one more triumph against Albania, featuring several squad members producing memorable displays on the pitch.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested required before the break but then called into action by an opponent's curled attempt. One well-timed sliding challenge against Qazim Laci demonstrated his anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Examined against Albania’s primary attacker in their forward. Started in a central role to begin with then shifted wider after a teammate was introduced. Seven

John Stones Advanced into midfield with the ball at his feet, as he has done in the past. Sometimes was too casual on the ball with the tactic discontinued by the interval. 6/10

The tall defender Always dangerous at set pieces, typically, but may be an alternative to his teammate in the backline as opposed to his partner. A careless distribution after the break almost led to an opener for Albania. 6/10

The young full-back A further confident showing by the 20-year-old after his debut versus Serbia. A teammate was unable to take the most of a clever flick behind the opposing backline. The left-back spot is firmly his already. Seven

Adam Wharton His first start with the national team. Somewhat careless on the ball though his inswinging set-pieces posed a danger. A handy game manager available to the coach to call upon versus sides that sit back. Shown a yellow after a reckless foul. 6/10

The midfielder Set-pieces from dead balls and free kicks created chances. Was given freedom to drift down the left flank only to be in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Given a deserved substitution on the hour mark. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward role on the right while also put in dirty work. Demonstrated moments of class but mishit an attempt over. Replaced late on for Rogers, a fellow player, following a yellow card. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's clearest opportunity in the opening period, his strike smartly stopped from Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah hanging back, he had to offer an outlet on the right but his crosses from wide areas were inconsistent. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. Six

The captain The match-winner with his 77th and 78th finishes for his country. The opener a classic poacher’s finish and the second a superb finish with his head after peeling away off his defender. Now 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 influence play out wide. Had a decent opportunity when set up from a teammate however the keeper denied him. His replacement made much more of influence when substituted. Five

Replacements

• Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and combined effectively with Kane in a preferred position, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert yet his delivery led to the breakthrough, Six
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Energetic after coming on and set up the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to affect things, Six