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In a impressive display, England wrapped up another victory against their opponents, with a number of squad members turning in notable displays on the pitch.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Not a save required before the break but then called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. A sliding intervention against Qazim Laci highlighted excellent game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Examined against the opposition's primary attacker in their forward. Played in a central role to begin with but moved out wide once a teammate came on. 7

The defender Advanced up the pitch on the ball, a familiar role in the past. Sometimes was too casual when carrying play and the experiment abandoned by the interval. 6

The tall defender A constant threat at set pieces, per usual, could serve as a replacement for Stones in the backline instead of alongside him. A loose pass in the second half came close to an opener for Albania. 6/10

The young full-back Another assured performance from the youngster after his first cap against Serbia. A teammate was unable to take the most of an exquisite touch over the opposing backline. The role looks secure so soon. Seven

The newcomer His maiden beginning with the national team. A bit loose when playing out but his dangerous corners posed a danger. An effective game manager available to the boss to call upon versus defensive opponents. Shown a yellow after a reckless foul. Six

Declan Rice Deliveries from corners and free-kicks caused problems. Had freedom to drift down the left flank only to be offside as the pass came in front of goal. Given a well-earned rest after an hour. Six

The star midfielder Played in an advanced position on the right and contributed with the hard yards. Showed glimpses of brilliance but dragged an attempt high. Withdrawn late on for a teammate, his rival, following a yellow card. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s clearest opportunity before halftime, his shot excellently kept out by the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate holding position, he was forced to stretch the play on the right yet his deliveries into the box were inconsistent. Taken off late in the match. 6/10

The captain The decisive figure with his two more strikes for his country. The opener a trademark poacher’s finish while the second an excellent header having drifted away from his marker. At 32, he’s only getting better with the national team stand a real opportunity next summer with him leading the line. 8

The attacker Struggled to influence play from the left. Was presented with a decent opportunity when set up from a teammate yet Strakosha kept it out. His replacement made much more of influence in his place. 5/10

Replacements

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Appeared sharp and combined effectively with the striker in more familiar role, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities although his set-piece provided the first goal, 6/10
• Rashford (for the attacker 75) Energetic upon introduction and set up the captain's brace with superb cross to the far post, 7
• Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established so soon, 6
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Not enough time to influence the game, Six