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In a dominant display, the English national team clinched a further triumph against their opponents, featuring several players producing notable performances during the match.

Starting Lineup

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required in the first half until called into action by an opponent's bent shot. A sliding challenge on an Albanian attacker highlighted excellent reading of the game. 6/10

The debutant Challenged by Albania’s primary attacker in their forward. Started more centrally initially then shifted to the flank after Saka was introduced. Seven

John Stones Pushed into midfield when in possession, as he has done before. At times lacked urgency when carrying play with the experiment abandoned after the break. Six

Dan Burn Always dangerous from dead balls, typically, could serve as an alternative to his teammate in the backline as opposed to his partner. A careless distribution later in the match almost led to a goal for Albania. 6

The young full-back Another composed display from the 20-year-old following his first cap against Serbia. Saka failed to make the opportunity from an exquisite backheel behind their defense. The role is firmly his already. Seven

The newcomer His first start for his country. Slightly loose in possession however his inswinging corners were a threat. An effective game manager available to the manager to have versus sides that sit back. Cautioned after a reckless foul. 6

The midfielder Set-pieces on corner kicks and free-kicks caused problems. Had freedom to roam down the left flank only to be in an offside position as the pass came with a chance to score. Given a deserved rest around the 60-minute point. 6

The star midfielder Operated in a forward position out wide and also put in dirty work. Demonstrated flashes of quality but mishit a shot wide. Withdrawn towards the end by Rogers, a fellow player, following a yellow card. 7/10

The winger Had England’s best chance before halftime, his shot well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. With Quansah hanging back, he had to stretch the play out wide but his crosses from the touchline varied in quality. Substituted late in the match. 6

The captain The match-winner with his 77th and 78th finishes in an England shirt. His first a trademark opportunist's goal and his next an excellent header having drifted away from his marker. Now 32, his form is unwavering and England have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8/10

The attacker Found it tough to influence play out wide. Had a decent opportunity following a pass by Bellingham but Strakosha denied him. His replacement produced a bigger an impact in his place. Five

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp connecting effectively with the striker in a natural spot, 6/10
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities but his corner provided the breakthrough, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen 75) Lively after coming on and set up the second goal via an excellent ball to the far post, 7/10
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Seems settled at this level, 6
• Rogers (for the star 84) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, 6