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Throughout a commanding display, England clinched one more win against their opponents, with multiple squad members producing memorable displays on the pitch.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Had little to do to make during the opening 45 before forced to intervene by an opponent's bent shot. His sliding intervention on an Albanian attacker highlighted sharp game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged against the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Operated in a central role initially but moved wider once a teammate was introduced. Seven

The defender Moved forward on the ball, something he's known for previously. On occasion was too casual in possession and the tactic was shelved by the interval. Six

Dan Burn A nuisance at set pieces, as always, could serve as another option to Stones in the backline instead of his partner. A loose pass later in the match nearly resulted in a goal for Albania. 6

The young full-back A further assured showing by the rising star following his first cap versus Serbia. Saka failed to make the most of a gorgeous touch behind their defense. His position is firmly his at this stage. 7

The newcomer A debut start with the national team. Somewhat sloppy in possession though his whipped corners posed a danger. A handy pace-controller for the manager to call upon versus teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a rash challenge. Six

Declan Rice Deliveries from corners and free-kicks were dangerous. Was given freedom to drift on the left but was offside upon receiving in front of goal. Awarded a deserved break on the hour mark. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Played in a forward spot on the right and did plenty of dirty work. Displayed moments of class but mishit an effort over. Substituted in the closing stages for a teammate, his competition, after being booked. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's clearest opportunity before halftime, his strike smartly stopped from the Albanian keeper. As a teammate hanging back, he was forced to offer an outlet on the right but his crosses into the box were hit and miss. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. Six

Harry Kane The match-winner with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes at international level. The opener a trademark poacher’s finish and his next a superb finish with his head following a clever run away from the opposition. At 32, his form is unwavering and the side have every chance in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. Eight

The attacker Struggled to get into the game on the left flank. Had a decent opportunity following a pass by Bellingham yet Strakosha kept it out. His replacement produced a bigger effect in his place. 5/10

Replacements

• Phil Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright and linked up well with Kane in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert yet his delivery created the opener, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Active after coming on assisting the second goal via an excellent ball to the back post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Not enough time to affect things, 6