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During a commanding performance, England wrapped up another victory versus Albania, with several players turning in memorable performances throughout the game.

Starting Lineup

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make before the break before forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding intervention against Qazim Laci highlighted excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested against the opposition's biggest threat in their forward. Operated through the middle to begin with then shifted to the flank after Saka was introduced. Seven

The defender Advanced into midfield when in possession, a familiar role in the past. On occasion was too casual in possession with the tactic was shelved after the break. Six

The tall defender A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, typically, perhaps is an alternative to his teammate in the backline instead of his partner. A loose pass later in the match nearly resulted in an opener for Albania. Six

The young full-back Another confident performance by the youngster after his first cap against another side. A teammate was unable to take the opportunity from a clever touch over the opposing backline. The role looks secure already. Seven

Adam Wharton A debut start for his country. A bit careless in possession but his whipped deliveries were a threat. A handy pace-controller available to the boss to utilize against teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a rash tackle. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses on corner kicks and set-plays were dangerous. Enjoyed license to roam in left midfield but was offside when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Awarded a well-earned substitution after an hour. Six

The star midfielder Operated in an advanced position down the right and also contributed with defensive duties. Demonstrated flashes of quality and mishit an effort over. Withdrawn towards the end by a teammate, his rival, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's top opening before halftime, his effort well saved by the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate holding position, he was forced to provide width on the right yet his deliveries from the touchline varied in quality. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

The captain The difference-maker scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes in an England shirt. His first a typical poacher’s finish while the second an excellent headed goal following a clever run away from the opposition. Aged 32, he continues to improve and England stand a real opportunity next summer with him leading the line. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Struggled to influence play out wide. Was presented with a presentable chance after being played in by Bellingham however the keeper kept it out. Rashford made much more of influence when substituted. 5/10

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright and combined well with the striker in a natural spot, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert although his set-piece provided the first goal, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Energetic when brought on and set up the second goal with superb cross into the area, 7/10
• Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled already, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for the star 84) Not enough time to make an impact, 6