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Throughout a dominant performance, the English national team secured one more victory against Albania, featuring several squad members turning in memorable displays throughout the game.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to make before the break until forced to intervene by an opponent's bent shot. His sliding intervention on an Albanian attacker showed his anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested against Albania’s primary attacker through their forward. Played more centrally to begin with then shifted wider once a teammate came on. Seven

The defender Moved forward with the ball at his feet, something he's known for previously. At times seemed hesitant when carrying play with the experiment abandoned at half-time. 6/10

Dan Burn A nuisance from dead balls, as always, could serve as a replacement for his teammate in the backline instead of alongside him. A loose ball in the second half almost led to an opener from Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly Another assured performance from the youngster after his first cap against Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on full advantage of a gorgeous backheel over the opposing backline. The role looks secure so soon. 7

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly sloppy when playing out however his inswinging corners caused problems. A handy game manager for the boss to call upon against teams who drop deep. Shown a yellow for a rash foul. 6/10

The midfielder Deliveries from corners and free kicks caused problems. Had freedom to roam down the left flank yet found himself offside upon receiving in shooting positions. Given a well-earned substitution on the hour mark. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward spot on the right and also contributed with dirty work. Displayed flashes of quality and dragged a shot high. Substituted late on for Rogers, his rival, after receiving a caution. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's clearest opportunity in the opening period, his strike excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. With a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to provide width down the right side although his balls from the touchline varied in quality. Substituted with 15 to go. 6/10

The captain The difference-maker netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes in an England shirt. The opener a classic poacher’s finish and his next an excellent headed goal having drifted away away from the opposition. Aged 32, he’s only getting better with the national team stand a real opportunity in future competitions with him leading the line. Eight

The attacker Struggled to influence play out wide. Had a decent opportunity when set up by the midfielder yet the keeper made the save. Rashford produced a bigger influence when substituted. Five

Replacements

• Phil Foden (for a teammate 63) Was bright and linked up well with the striker in more familiar role, 6
• Saka (for Eze 63) Spurned chances yet his delivery provided the opener, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen 75) Active when brought on assisting the second goal with superb cross into the area, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Seems settled at this level, Six
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to affect things, Six