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In a impressive showing, the English national team wrapped up one more win against Albania, featuring several squad members delivering notable performances throughout the game.

Starting XI

The goalkeeper Had little to do to make during the opening 45 until tested by an opponent's bent shot. His sliding tackle on Qazim Laci showed his game intelligence. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged by the opposition's primary attacker in their forward. Played more centrally initially then shifted to the flank after a teammate was introduced. 7

John Stones Moved forward with the ball at his feet, something he's known for before. At times lacked urgency in possession with the approach was shelved after the break. 6/10

The tall defender Always dangerous at set pieces, as always, perhaps is an alternative to Stones at the back rather than alongside him. A careless ball later in the match almost led to the first goal from Albania. 6

The young full-back Another assured showing by the youngster following his first cap versus Serbia. A teammate failed to make the most of a clever touch behind the opposing backline. The left-back spot is his to lose so soon. 7

Adam Wharton His first start with the national team. Slightly loose in possession but his dangerous deliveries were a threat. A useful tempo-setter for the manager to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a poorly timed challenge. 6/10

Declan Rice Set-pieces from dead balls and set-plays were dangerous. Was given license to drift down the left flank yet found himself offside as the pass came in shooting positions. Awarded a well-earned substitution on the hour mark. 6

The star midfielder Played in a forward role down the right and also put in the hard yards. Showed glimpses of brilliance but scuffed an attempt wide. Withdrawn in the closing stages by Rogers, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. 7

The winger Had the team's top opening before halftime, his effort smartly stopped from Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to offer an outlet out wide yet his deliveries from wide areas were hit and miss. Substituted with 15 to go. 6/10

The captain The match-winner with his 77th and 78th strikes in an England shirt. His first a typical opportunist's goal while the second an excellent finish with his head following a clever run off his defender. At 32, his form is unwavering with the national team stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play on the left flank. Had a presentable chance when set up by Bellingham but Strakosha made the save. His replacement had a greater effect when substituted. Five

Bench Players

• Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright and linked up seamlessly with the striker in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances although his set-piece provided the first goal, 6
• Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Active after coming on assisting the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (for Wharton 75) Looks established so soon, Six
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to affect things, 6