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Throughout a impressive display, the English national team clinched one more victory against Albania, with multiple players producing notable displays during the match.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to perform during the opening 45 before forced to intervene by an opponent's bent shot. A sliding intervention against Qazim Laci demonstrated sharp anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested against the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Operated through the middle to begin with but moved out wide once a teammate entered the fray. Seven

The defender Pushed into midfield when in possession, a familiar role in the past. At times seemed hesitant in possession and the approach abandoned by the interval. 6

Dan Burn A nuisance from dead balls, typically, could serve as an alternative to his teammate in the backline rather than paired with him. One wayward ball later in the match nearly resulted in a goal from Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly One more confident performance by the youngster following his first cap versus another side. A teammate did not capitalize on the opportunity from an exquisite backheel behind the opposing backline. The role looks secure at this stage. 7

Adam Wharton A debut start for his country. Somewhat loose in possession however his inswinging corners posed a danger. A handy pace-controller for the boss to utilize against teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a poorly timed challenge. Six

Declan Rice Deliveries from dead balls and free-kicks were dangerous. Had freedom to drift down the left flank but was in an offside position as the pass came in shooting positions. Awarded a deserved break after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a high role out wide while also did plenty of dirty work. Showed flashes of quality but mishit an attempt over. Withdrawn in the closing stages by a teammate, his competition, following a yellow card. 7/10

The winger Had England’s clearest opportunity in the opening period, his effort excellently kept out from the Albanian keeper. With a teammate staying deep, it fell to him to stretch the play down the right side yet his deliveries from wide areas were inconsistent. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. Six

The captain The match-winner netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes at international level. The first a typical poacher’s finish and the second an excellent finish with his head following a clever run off his defender. Now 32, he’s only getting better and England have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a decent opportunity following a pass by the midfielder however Strakosha denied him. Rashford produced a bigger effect after coming on. Five

Bench Players

• Foden (for a teammate 63) Looked lively and combined effectively with the striker in more familiar role, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze 63) Missed opportunities but his corner provided the first goal, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Energetic when brought on and provided the second goal via an excellent ball to the back post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6