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Throughout a commanding performance, the English national team wrapped up a further win against their opponents, featuring multiple players delivering notable performances during the match.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Not a save required before the break but then called into action by an opponent's curled attempt. One well-timed sliding challenge on Qazim Laci showed sharp anticipation. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Examined by Albania’s primary attacker in their forward. Played in a central role early on then shifted wider after a teammate was introduced. Seven

John Stones Moved up the pitch on the ball, a familiar role previously. On occasion seemed hesitant when carrying play with the approach abandoned after the break. 6/10

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, typically, could serve as an alternative for Stones in the backline rather than his partner. A loose pass later in the match came close to an opener for Albania. 6/10

The young full-back A further confident performance from the youngster after his initial appearance versus another side. A teammate did not capitalize on the most of a clever backheel over the opposing backline. His position looks secure already. 7/10

Adam Wharton His first start for his country. A bit careless when playing out however his whipped set-pieces were a threat. A handy tempo-setter available to the boss to have against defensive opponents. Cautioned for a rash challenge. Six

The midfielder Set-pieces from dead balls and free kicks caused problems. Had room to roam in left midfield but was in an offside position as the pass came in shooting positions. Awarded a merited rest on the hour mark. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward role out wide and contributed with dirty work. Demonstrated flashes of quality and dragged an attempt over. Withdrawn late on by a teammate, his competition, after receiving a caution. Seven

The winger Had England’s top opening before halftime, his shot well saved by the Albanian keeper. As Quansah staying deep, it fell to him to provide width out wide but his crosses into the box varied in quality. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6

The captain The decisive figure with his two more strikes at international level. The first a typical opportunist's goal and his next a superb headed goal after peeling away away from the opposition. At 32, he’s only getting better and England have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play from the left. Was presented with a good opening after being played in by the midfielder yet Strakosha kept it out. Rashford made much more of influence when substituted. Five

Bench Players

• Foden (for Rice 63) Appeared sharp and combined well with Kane in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances yet his delivery created the first goal, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Energetic when brought on assisting Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Looks established so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Not enough time to make an impact, 6/10