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During a impressive showing, England wrapped up a further triumph versus Albania, featuring a number of players delivering memorable displays during the match.

First-choice Lineup

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required in the first half until called into action from an opponent's curled attempt. One well-timed sliding tackle on Qazim Laci showed excellent game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Examined by the opposition's primary attacker in their forward. Played in a central role to begin with later drifted to the flank after Saka came on. 7/10

The defender Advanced up the pitch with the ball at his feet, as he has done previously. On occasion was too casual when carrying play with the experiment discontinued by the interval. Six

Dan Burn Always dangerous from dead balls, typically, could serve as an alternative for his teammate in the backline rather than paired with him. A loose distribution in the second half nearly resulted in an opener from Albania. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly One more composed display by the 20-year-old after his debut against another side. Saka did not capitalize on the most of a clever flick behind the Albania defence. His position is his to lose at this stage. 7

The newcomer His maiden beginning in an England shirt. A bit sloppy on the ball but his dangerous set-pieces caused problems. A useful pace-controller available to the coach to call upon versus sides that sit back. Shown a yellow for a poorly timed tackle. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses from dead balls and set-plays caused problems. Had room to move down the left flank yet found himself offside as the pass came in front of goal. Awarded a merited substitution around the 60-minute point. 6

The star midfielder Played in an advanced role on the right and did plenty of dirty work. Demonstrated moments of class and scuffed an effort high. Replaced towards the end by Rogers, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's best chance in the opening period, his effort excellently kept out by the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate hanging back, it fell to him to stretch the play out wide although his balls into the box were inconsistent. Taken off late in the match. 6

The captain The difference-maker scoring two more finishes at international level. The first a typical close-range tap-in and the second a classy headed goal having drifted away from his marker. At 32, he’s only getting better and the side stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8/10

Eberechi Eze Struggled to make an impact out wide. Had a decent opportunity following a pass by the midfielder yet the keeper made the save. His replacement made much more of an impact when substituted. Five

Substitutes

• Foden (for a teammate 63) Was bright and linked up seamlessly with the striker in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Missed opportunities yet his delivery created the breakthrough, 6
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Energetic after coming on assisting the second goal via an excellent ball into the area, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable so soon, 6/10
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, 6/10