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Throughout a dominant display, the English national team wrapped up a further triumph versus their opponents, with multiple squad members delivering standout displays on the pitch.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Not a save to make in the first half until forced to intervene by an opponent's curled attempt. One well-timed sliding challenge on Qazim Laci highlighted sharp anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged against Albania’s biggest threat in their forward. Started through the middle initially but moved out wide once Saka was introduced. 7

The defender Pushed up the pitch when in possession, a familiar role in the past. At times lacked urgency on the ball and the tactic discontinued at half-time. 6

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, per usual, perhaps is a replacement for Stones at the back as opposed to paired with him. A careless ball in the second half nearly resulted in the first goal from the visitors. Six

The young full-back Another composed display by the 20-year-old following his first cap versus Serbia. Saka was unable to take full advantage of an exquisite backheel behind their defense. The left-back spot is firmly his at this stage. Seven

Adam Wharton His first start in an England shirt. Somewhat sloppy on the ball however his dangerous deliveries caused problems. A handy pace-controller for the coach to utilize versus defensive opponents. Shown a yellow for a poorly timed challenge. 6/10

Declan Rice Deliveries on corner kicks and free-kicks were dangerous. Was given freedom to drift in left midfield but was offside when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Given a deserved rest around the 60-minute point. Six

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward spot down the right and put in dirty work. Showed moments of class but dragged an attempt wide. Replaced towards the end for Rogers, his competition, after receiving a caution. 7

The winger Had the team's clearest opportunity before halftime, his effort smartly stopped from Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah hanging back, he had to offer an outlet down the right side yet his deliveries into the box varied in quality. Substituted late in the match. 6/10

Harry Kane The difference-maker with his two more strikes at international level. The first a classic close-range tap-in and his next a classy headed goal after peeling away from his marker. At 32, he’s only getting better with the national team stand a real opportunity in future competitions with him up top. 8

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to get into the game from the left. Had a presentable chance when set up by Bellingham however the keeper kept it out. His replacement produced a bigger an impact when substituted. 5

Bench Players

• Foden (for a teammate 63) Appeared sharp connecting well with the striker in a natural spot, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities yet his delivery led to the opener, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Active after coming on and provided Kane’s second via an excellent ball into the area, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Looks established already, 6
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, 6