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During a commanding performance, England secured another win against their opponents, featuring several squad members producing notable performances throughout the game.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested required before the break until called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker showed his game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged by Albania’s primary attacker through Hoxha. Operated more centrally to begin with later drifted to the flank after a teammate was introduced. 7

John Stones Pushed forward on the ball, as he has done before. Sometimes was too casual on the ball with the experiment was shelved after the break. Six

Dan Burn Always dangerous at set pieces, as always, but may be a replacement for his teammate at the back as opposed to alongside him. One wayward pass after the break nearly resulted in a goal for Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly One more assured showing from the 20-year-old following his first cap against Serbia. Saka failed to make full advantage of a gorgeous touch behind their defense. The left-back spot looks secure already. 7/10

Adam Wharton A debut start in an England shirt. Somewhat loose on the ball however his whipped deliveries posed a danger. A useful pace-controller available to the coach to have against defensive opponents. Booked after a reckless tackle. 6/10

Declan Rice Set-pieces from corners and free kicks were dangerous. Enjoyed license to move down the left flank but was offside upon receiving with a chance to score. Granted a well-earned rest on the hour mark. Six

Jude Bellingham Operated in a high role on the right and did plenty of the hard yards. Displayed flashes of quality and dragged an effort high. Withdrawn late on for Rogers, a fellow player, after being booked. Seven

The winger Had England’s top opening in the opening period, his shot excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. With Quansah holding position, he had to provide width down the right side but his crosses from wide areas were inconsistent. Taken off with 15 to go. 6/10

The captain The decisive figure with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes for his country. The first a classic poacher’s finish while the second a classy headed goal after peeling away away from the opposition. At 32, his form is unwavering with the national team are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8

The attacker Found it tough to get into the game from the left. Was presented with a decent opportunity when set up by the midfielder but the keeper denied him. Rashford had a greater an impact in his place. 5/10

Replacements

• Phil Foden (for Rice 63) Was bright and linked up well with the striker in more familiar role, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Failed to convert but his corner led to the breakthrough, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Lively after coming on and provided the second goal with a brilliant delivery into the area, 7
• Anderson (for Wharton 75) Looks established already, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, Six