Squad Ratings: England Triumph Sealed by Harry Kane's Double in International Qualifier

During a impressive showing, England clinched one more victory against their opponents, featuring a number of squad members turning in notable displays on the pitch.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Had little to do to perform in the first half but then tested by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker highlighted his anticipation. 6/10

The debutant Challenged by Albania’s primary attacker in Hoxha. Operated more centrally early on then shifted to the flank once Saka came on. Seven

John Stones Moved forward when in possession, a familiar role previously. At times lacked urgency in possession with the experiment was shelved after the break. 6

Dan Burn Always dangerous from dead balls, typically, perhaps is another option to his teammate at the back as opposed to his partner. A careless ball later in the match came close to the first goal for the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back Another confident performance by the rising star after his first cap against Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on full advantage of a clever backheel over the Albania defence. The role is his to lose so soon. 7

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. Somewhat careless when playing out but his inswinging deliveries caused problems. A useful game manager for the coach to have against teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a rash foul. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces on corner kicks and free kicks were dangerous. Had room to drift on the left only to be offside as the pass came in front of goal. Awarded a well-earned break on the hour mark. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in a high role down the right while also contributed with defensive duties. Showed moments of class and dragged a shot high. Withdrawn in the closing stages by Rogers, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. 7

The winger Had the team's top opening before halftime, his shot well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. With Quansah holding position, he was forced to provide width out wide although his balls from wide areas were hit and miss. Substituted late in the match. 6

Harry Kane The match-winner scoring two more goals at international level. The opener a trademark close-range tap-in and the second a superb headed goal following a clever run away from the opposition. Now 32, he’s only getting better and England stand a real opportunity next summer with him leading the line. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to make an impact out wide. Was presented with a decent opportunity when set up from a teammate yet Strakosha made the save. His replacement had a greater effect in his place. 5

Replacements

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Looked lively connecting seamlessly with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for Eze 63) Spurned chances yet his delivery created the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Energetic upon introduction and provided the second goal with superb cross to the back post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Seems settled at this level, 6
• Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, Six