Throughout a dominant display, the English national team wrapped up one more victory versus their opponents, featuring a number of players delivering memorable performances throughout the game.
Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to perform in the first half but then tested from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding intervention against Qazim Laci demonstrated excellent game intelligence. 6/10
The debutant Examined by Albania’s biggest threat in Hoxha. Started more centrally early on but moved to the flank once a teammate came on. 7/10
The defender Advanced up the pitch on the ball, as he has done previously. On occasion seemed hesitant on the ball and the experiment was shelved after the break. Six
Dan Burn A constant threat from dead balls, as always, but may be an alternative to his teammate in defense rather than paired with him. One wayward ball after the break nearly resulted in the first goal for the visitors. 6
The young full-back One more assured performance by the 20-year-old following his initial appearance against Serbia. A teammate failed to make full advantage of an exquisite flick behind the opposing backline. The role looks secure so soon. Seven
The newcomer His maiden beginning with the national team. Slightly loose when playing out however his whipped deliveries caused problems. An effective tempo-setter available to the manager to have against sides that sit back. Cautioned after a reckless tackle. Six
The midfielder Deliveries from corners and set-plays created chances. Had freedom to move on the left yet found himself offside as the pass came with a chance to score. Awarded a merited break after an hour. Six
The star midfielder Operated in a high position out wide and also contributed with dirty work. Demonstrated flashes of quality but mishit an effort wide. Substituted in the closing stages for a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. Seven
The winger Had England’s clearest opportunity in the opening period, his strike smartly stopped by the Albanian keeper. With a teammate staying deep, he had to offer an outlet on the right although his balls from wide areas were hit and miss. Taken off late in the match. 6/10
Harry Kane The match-winner netting two more strikes at international level. The opener a classic close-range tap-in and the second a classy header after peeling away off his defender. Aged 32, he continues to improve with the national team have every chance in future competitions with him up top. 8
The attacker Found it tough to influence play from the left. Was presented with a presentable chance following a pass by the midfielder but Strakosha kept it out. Rashford had a greater an impact after coming on. 5
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