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Throughout a impressive showing, England secured another win against their opponents, featuring a number of squad members delivering memorable performances on the pitch.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to perform during the opening 45 until called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. A sliding challenge against an Albanian attacker highlighted sharp game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Tested against the opposition's primary attacker in Hoxha. Operated in a central role initially but moved to the flank after a teammate came on. 7/10

John Stones Advanced up the pitch on the ball, as he has done previously. Sometimes seemed hesitant in possession with the experiment was shelved at half-time. 6

The tall defender Always dangerous at set pieces, per usual, could serve as an alternative to his teammate in the backline as opposed to paired with him. A loose pass later in the match came close to an opener for the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back A further composed performance by the 20-year-old following his debut versus another side. A teammate was unable to take the opportunity from a gorgeous touch behind their defense. The role is his to lose so soon. 7

Adam Wharton A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly careless when playing out though his inswinging set-pieces were a threat. An effective tempo-setter for the coach to call upon against defensive opponents. Cautioned after a reckless foul. 6

Declan Rice Crosses on corner kicks and free kicks caused problems. Was given license to drift in left midfield only to be in an offside position as the pass came with a chance to score. Awarded a deserved break around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Played in a forward position out wide while also put in the hard yards. Showed moments of class but mishit an attempt high. Withdrawn towards the end by a teammate, a fellow player, after being booked. 7

The winger Was presented with the team's best chance before halftime, his strike smartly stopped from the Albanian keeper. As Quansah hanging back, he had to offer an outlet on the right yet his deliveries from the touchline varied in quality. Taken off with 15 to go. 6/10

The captain The match-winner netting 77th and 78th goals for his country. The first a trademark poacher’s finish while the second an excellent headed goal after peeling away from his marker. Now 32, his form is unwavering with the national team stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game on the left flank. Was presented with a good opening when set up by Bellingham yet Strakosha denied him. His replacement produced a bigger influence after coming on. 5

Replacements

• Foden (for a teammate 63) Was bright and linked up effectively with the striker in more familiar role, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities yet his delivery created the opener, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Energetic after coming on and set up the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the back post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton 75) Looks established already, Six
• Rogers (replacing the star 84) Too brief a spell to make an impact, Six