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Throughout a impressive performance, the English national team wrapped up one more win against Albania, featuring multiple squad members producing standout performances throughout the game.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Not a save to make during the opening 45 before tested from an opponent's curled attempt. A sliding challenge against Qazim Laci demonstrated excellent reading of the game. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Examined by the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Operated in a central role initially but moved to the flank once Saka was introduced. 7

The defender Advanced into midfield with the ball at his feet, a familiar role previously. At times was too casual on the ball and the experiment discontinued by the interval. 6/10

Dan Burn Always dangerous from dead balls, per usual, perhaps is another option for Stones at the back as opposed to his partner. A loose distribution in the second half came close to a goal from the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly One more composed display from the 20-year-old after his first cap against another side. Saka was unable to take full advantage of a clever flick behind the opposing backline. The role is his to lose at this stage. 7

Adam Wharton His first start for his country. A bit sloppy on the ball however his dangerous set-pieces posed a danger. An effective tempo-setter available to the manager to utilize versus sides that sit back. Cautioned for a poorly timed tackle. 6

The midfielder Deliveries on corner kicks and set-plays created chances. Was given room to drift in left midfield yet found himself offside when the ball arrived in front of goal. Granted a merited break around the 60-minute point. 6

The star midfielder Operated in a high position down the right and also contributed with the hard yards. Showed moments of class and scuffed an attempt wide. Replaced in the closing stages for a teammate, his rival, after receiving a caution. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s best chance before halftime, his effort smartly stopped from the Albanian keeper. As a teammate holding position, he was forced to provide width down the right side although his balls from wide areas were hit and miss. Taken off with 15 to go. 6

The captain The difference-maker netting two more goals for his country. The first a classic opportunist's goal and his next an excellent finish with his head following a clever run from his marker. At 32, his form is unwavering with the national team have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8/10

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 kept it out. His replacement made much more of an impact when substituted. Five

Replacements

• Foden (replacing Rice 63) Was bright and linked up well with the striker in more familiar role, 6
• Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances but his corner created the breakthrough, 6/10
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Active when brought on and provided the captain's brace with superb cross to the far post, 7
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable so soon, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Not enough time to influence the game, 6/10