Squad Assessments: England Triumph Secured by Harry Kane's Brace in International Qualifying Match

Throughout a dominant performance, England clinched a further victory versus their opponents, featuring several players turning in notable displays throughout the game.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Not a save to make during the opening 45 but then tested from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding intervention on Qazim Laci demonstrated his reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Examined against Albania’s biggest threat through their forward. Started through the middle to begin with but moved to the flank once a teammate came on. Seven

The defender Moved up the pitch when in possession, as he has done previously. Sometimes seemed hesitant when carrying play and the tactic was shelved after the break. 6

Dan Burn Always dangerous at set pieces, per usual, but may be an alternative for his teammate in the backline rather than his partner. One wayward ball in the second half almost led to a goal for the visitors. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly Another composed performance from the rising star following his debut versus Serbia. A teammate was unable to take full advantage of a gorgeous touch over their defense. The left-back spot looks secure at this stage. 7

The newcomer A debut start with the national team. Slightly sloppy in possession however his inswinging deliveries were a threat. An effective tempo-setter for the coach to call upon against teams who drop deep. Booked for a rash tackle. Six

The midfielder Crosses from corners and set-plays caused problems. Had room to drift on the left but was in an offside position when the ball arrived in front of goal. Given a deserved break around the 60-minute point. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in an advanced spot on the right while also did plenty of dirty work. Displayed glimpses of brilliance and scuffed an effort wide. Substituted in the closing stages by Rogers, his rival, after being booked. 7

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s clearest opportunity in the opening period, his strike smartly stopped by Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate holding position, it fell to him to stretch the play out wide yet his deliveries from the touchline were hit and miss. Taken off late in the match. 6/10

Harry Kane The difference-maker netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes in an England shirt. His first a classic close-range tap-in and the second an excellent headed goal after peeling away off his defender. Now 32, he’s only getting better with the national team stand a real opportunity in future competitions when he's in the team. Eight

The attacker Had difficulty to make an impact from the left. Had a presentable chance after being played in from a teammate however the keeper denied him. His replacement made much more of effect in his place. Five

Replacements

• Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Was bright and combined seamlessly with the striker in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Spurned chances yet his delivery led to the opener, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Energetic upon introduction assisting Kane’s second via an excellent ball to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable already, Six
• Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Not enough time to make an impact, 6/10