During a impressive performance, England clinched a further victory against their opponents, with several players producing memorable performances on the pitch.
Starting XI
The goalkeeper Not a save to make before the break before forced to intervene from an opponent's curled attempt. His sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker showed his game intelligence. 6/10
The debutant Examined by the opposition's primary attacker in their forward. Operated more centrally to begin with then shifted out wide once Saka came on. Seven
John Stones Advanced into midfield when in possession, as he has done in the past. At times was too casual when carrying play with the tactic was shelved by the interval. 6/10
Dan Burn A constant threat at set pieces, typically, perhaps is an alternative for his teammate in the backline as opposed to his partner. A loose distribution later in the match nearly resulted in the first goal for the visitors. Six
The young full-back Another assured display from the youngster after his debut against another side. Saka was unable to take the most of a gorgeous backheel behind the Albania defence. His position looks secure already. 7
The newcomer A debut start for his country. Slightly sloppy when playing out however his inswinging set-pieces caused problems. An effective pace-controller for the coach to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a poorly timed tackle. 6
Declan Rice Deliveries on corner kicks and set-plays caused problems. Enjoyed freedom to drift on the left only to be in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Given a merited break around the 60-minute point. Six
The star midfielder Operated in a high spot down the right while also put in the hard yards. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance and mishit an attempt over. Withdrawn towards the end for a teammate, his competition, after being booked. Seven
The winger Was presented with the team's best chance before halftime, his strike well saved from the Albanian keeper. As Quansah hanging back, he was forced to offer an outlet on the right although his balls into the box varied in quality. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. Six
The captain The decisive figure netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals in an England shirt. The first a trademark opportunist's goal while the second a superb headed goal having drifted away away from the opposition. Now 32, his form is unwavering and the side have every chance next summer with him up top. 8/10
Eberechi Eze Found it tough to make an impact from the left. Had a good opening when set up by the midfielder yet Strakosha made the save. His replacement made much more of effect in his place. Five
Bench Players
- Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Looked lively and combined seamlessly with the striker in a natural spot, Six
- Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances yet his delivery created the first goal, Six
- Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Lively when brought on and provided the second goal with superb cross to the far post, 7
- Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, Six
- Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, 6
