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Throughout a impressive performance, England secured another win versus their opponents, with several squad members turning in notable displays during the match.

Starting XI

The goalkeeper Not a save required before the break before forced to intervene from an opponent's curling effort. A sliding challenge on Qazim Laci showed excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined by the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Operated in a central role to begin with later drifted out wide once Saka came on. Seven

John Stones Moved into midfield with the ball at his feet, something he's known for in the past. Sometimes seemed hesitant on the ball with the approach was shelved by the interval. 6

The tall defender A constant threat from dead balls, as always, perhaps is an alternative for Stones in defense rather than alongside him. A careless pass after the break came close to an opener for Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly Another confident performance from the rising star following his first cap against another side. A teammate did not capitalize on full advantage of a clever touch behind their defense. The role is firmly his already. Seven

The newcomer A debut start for his country. Somewhat loose when playing out but his inswinging set-pieces posed a danger. A handy tempo-setter available to the coach to utilize against sides that sit back. Booked for a poorly timed tackle. 6

The midfielder Deliveries from dead balls and free-kicks caused problems. Had freedom to move on the left yet found himself offside as the pass came in shooting positions. Granted a merited rest after an hour. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in an advanced position down the right and put in dirty work. Showed moments of class and mishit an attempt high. Withdrawn towards the end for a teammate, his competition, after receiving a caution. 7/10

The winger Was presented with England’s best chance of the first half, his shot excellently kept out by Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to provide width out wide but his crosses into the box varied in quality. Replaced late in the match. Six

The captain The match-winner netting two more finishes in an England shirt. The first a classic opportunist's goal and his next an excellent headed goal following a clever run away from the opposition. At 32, he continues to improve and the side are strong contenders in future competitions with him leading the line. 8

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a decent opportunity when set up by the midfielder but the keeper denied him. His replacement produced a bigger effect after coming on. 5/10

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting well with the striker in a natural spot, Six
• Saka (on for the winger 63) Missed opportunities although his set-piece led to the opener, 6
• Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Energetic after coming on and set up the second goal via an excellent ball into the area, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton 75) Looks established at this level, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to affect things, 6