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Throughout a dominant display, England wrapped up another win against their opponents, with a number of squad members turning in notable performances on the pitch.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required during the opening 45 until forced to intervene from an opponent's curled attempt. His sliding tackle on an Albanian attacker demonstrated excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined against the opposition's primary attacker through Hoxha. Started in a central role to begin with then shifted to the flank after a teammate entered the fray. 7/10

John Stones Pushed up the pitch when in possession, something he's known for previously. Sometimes was too casual in possession and the approach abandoned by the interval. Six

Dan Burn Always dangerous at set pieces, as always, perhaps is another option to his teammate at the back instead of his partner. A careless pass after the break came close to the first goal from Albania. Six

Nico O’Reilly One more composed performance by the youngster after his debut against another side. A teammate did not capitalize on full advantage of an exquisite backheel behind the Albania defence. His position is his to lose at this stage. 7/10

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning in an England shirt. Somewhat loose when playing out but his inswinging deliveries posed a danger. A handy pace-controller available to the manager to utilize against teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a poorly timed tackle. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses from dead balls and free-kicks caused problems. Was given room to move in left midfield yet found himself offside when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Awarded a deserved substitution after an hour. 6/10

The star midfielder Operated in a forward spot on the right and also contributed with the hard yards. Displayed moments of class but dragged an effort over. Substituted late on for a teammate, his rival, after being booked. 7

The winger Was presented with the team's best chance in the opening period, his strike smartly stopped by Thomas Strakosha. With Quansah holding position, it fell to him to offer an outlet on the right although his balls from the touchline were hit and miss. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

The captain The match-winner scoring two more goals at international level. The opener a classic close-range tap-in while the second a superb header having drifted away off his defender. Aged 32, he’s only getting better with the national team stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8/10

The attacker Found it tough to influence play out wide. Had a good opening when set up by the midfielder however Strakosha made the save. His replacement had a greater an impact in his place. 5/10

Substitutes

• Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Was bright connecting seamlessly with the striker in a natural spot, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert yet his delivery provided the first goal, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Lively upon introduction assisting the second goal with superb cross to the back post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable at this level, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for the star 84) Not enough time to influence the game, 6