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During a commanding showing, the English national team wrapped up a further win against their opponents, featuring multiple players turning in memorable performances on the pitch.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Not a save to perform during the opening 45 but then called into action from an opponent's curled attempt. A sliding challenge on Qazim Laci highlighted his reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged by Albania’s primary attacker in Hoxha. Operated through the middle initially but moved wider after a teammate came on. 7/10

The defender Advanced into midfield when in possession, something he's known for in the past. On occasion lacked urgency on the ball with the experiment was shelved after the break. Six

The tall defender A constant threat from dead balls, per usual, could serve as an alternative for his teammate at the back rather than alongside him. One wayward pass in the second half came close to the first goal for the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly A further assured display from the 20-year-old after his debut against Serbia. A teammate failed to make the most of an exquisite touch behind the opposing backline. The role is his to lose at this stage. 7

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning for his country. Slightly sloppy on the ball though his inswinging deliveries caused problems. A handy tempo-setter for the manager to call upon against sides that sit back. Booked for a poorly timed foul. Six

The midfielder Crosses from dead balls and set-plays were dangerous. Enjoyed license to move on the left yet found himself offside upon receiving in front of goal. Awarded a well-earned substitution around the 60-minute point. 6

The star midfielder Operated in an advanced position on the right and also put in the hard yards. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and scuffed an attempt high. Withdrawn in the closing stages by Rogers, his competition, after being booked. 7

The winger Had the team's clearest opportunity before halftime, his effort well saved from the Albanian keeper. As Quansah holding position, it fell to him to stretch the play on the right although his balls from wide areas were hit and miss. Taken off late in the match. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker netting 77th and 78th goals in an England shirt. The first a classic opportunist's goal and the second a superb header after peeling away from his marker. At 32, he’s only getting better and England have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him up top. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to make an impact out wide. Was presented with a decent opportunity after being played in by Bellingham however Strakosha denied him. His replacement had a greater influence after coming on. 5

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright and linked up seamlessly with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Failed to convert although his set-piece provided the first goal, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Energetic upon introduction and provided the second goal via an excellent ball to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Looks established already, Six
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to make an impact, 6/10