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During a impressive showing, England secured one more win against Albania, with a number of players producing memorable displays on the pitch.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Had little to do to perform in the first half until tested from an opponent's curling effort. One well-timed sliding challenge on an Albanian attacker highlighted sharp game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Tested against the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Started in a central role initially then shifted to the flank after a teammate was introduced. 7

John Stones Moved forward on the ball, as he has done previously. At times lacked urgency on the ball and the tactic abandoned by the interval. 6

Dan Burn A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, per usual, perhaps is an alternative to Stones in defense rather than alongside him. A careless pass in the second half almost led to the first goal from the visitors. Six

The young full-back One more assured performance by the 20-year-old after his debut against Serbia. Saka was unable to take full advantage of an exquisite flick over the Albania defence. His position looks secure at this stage. 7/10

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. A bit careless in possession however his dangerous corners were a threat. A handy pace-controller available to the manager to have versus defensive opponents. Shown a yellow after a reckless tackle. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses on corner kicks and set-plays were dangerous. Had freedom to drift on the left only to be in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Given a well-earned rest on the hour mark. Six

The star midfielder Played in a forward role on the right while also did plenty of dirty work. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and scuffed a shot wide. Withdrawn towards the end by Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s clearest opportunity in the opening period, his strike well saved from Thomas Strakosha. With Quansah hanging back, he had to provide width on the right although his balls from wide areas were inconsistent. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. Six

The captain The match-winner with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes for his country. The opener a typical close-range tap-in and the second a classy header after peeling away from his marker. Now 32, he’s only getting better and England have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him up top. Eight

The attacker Struggled to influence play out wide. Was presented with a good opening when set up from a teammate but Strakosha kept it out. His replacement had a greater effect after coming on. 5

Substitutes

• Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright connecting effectively with the striker in a preferred position, 6
• Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert although his set-piece led to the first goal, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Energetic upon introduction and set up the second goal with superb cross to the back post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to affect things, 6