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Throughout a impressive showing, the English national team secured another win versus Albania, featuring a number of squad members producing memorable displays during the match.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make during the opening 45 until tested from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. A sliding intervention against an Albanian attacker highlighted his anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged by the opposition's main danger through Hoxha. Started more centrally initially but moved wider once Saka was introduced. Seven

The defender Pushed forward with the ball at his feet, as he has done in the past. On occasion lacked urgency in possession and the tactic discontinued after the break. 6/10

The tall defender A nuisance at set pieces, as always, could serve as another option to Stones in defense instead of alongside him. A loose ball in the second half nearly resulted in a goal for Albania. 6

The young full-back One more assured showing by the youngster after his first cap versus another side. Saka did not capitalize on full advantage of a clever touch behind their defense. The left-back spot looks secure so soon. Seven

The newcomer His first start in an England shirt. Somewhat sloppy on the ball but his whipped set-pieces were a threat. A useful game manager for the coach to call upon against defensive opponents. Cautioned after a reckless foul. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces from corners and set-plays were dangerous. Was given room to drift in left midfield yet found himself in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Awarded a well-earned rest around the 60-minute point. Six

The star midfielder Operated in a forward spot down the right while also contributed with defensive duties. Showed flashes of quality and dragged an effort wide. Withdrawn in the closing stages for a teammate, a fellow player, after being booked. 7

The winger Was presented with the team's top opening before halftime, his shot smartly stopped from the Albanian keeper. As a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to stretch the play on the right yet his deliveries from wide areas were hit and miss. Replaced late in the match. 6

The captain The match-winner netting 77th and 78th finishes in an England shirt. His first a classic close-range tap-in and the second a superb header following a clever run away from the opposition. At 32, his form is unwavering and England are strong contenders next summer with him leading the line. Eight

The attacker Struggled to get into the game on the left flank. Had a decent opportunity when set up by the midfielder however Strakosha denied him. Rashford had a greater an impact when substituted. 5/10

Bench Players

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and linked up effectively with the striker in a preferred position, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances but his corner provided the opener, Six
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Active upon introduction and set up the second goal with superb cross to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton 75) Looks established so soon, 6
• Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to affect things, 6