Squad Ratings: The Three Lions Win Secured by Kane's Brace in International Qualifying Match

Throughout a impressive display, England wrapped up a further win versus their opponents, featuring several squad members producing notable displays during the match.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Had little to do required before the break before tested by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. One well-timed sliding challenge against Qazim Laci demonstrated his reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged against the opposition's biggest threat through their forward. Operated more centrally to begin with then shifted wider after Saka came on. 7

The defender Pushed into midfield with the ball at his feet, as he has done previously. At times seemed hesitant when carrying play with the experiment discontinued at half-time. 6

The tall defender Always dangerous at set pieces, typically, could serve as a replacement for his teammate at the back rather than paired with him. One wayward ball after the break came close to a goal for Albania. Six

Nico O’Reilly One more composed display by the rising star following his debut versus another side. A teammate failed to make the opportunity from a clever touch over the Albania defence. The role is firmly his at this stage. Seven

The newcomer His maiden beginning in an England shirt. A bit careless when playing out though his whipped corners were a threat. A useful tempo-setter for the coach to call upon versus defensive opponents. Cautioned after a reckless foul. Six

Declan Rice Crosses on corner kicks and set-plays were dangerous. Enjoyed freedom to drift in left midfield only to be offside as the pass came in front of goal. Granted a deserved substitution after an hour. Six

The star midfielder Operated in a high role down the right and also contributed with defensive duties. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance and dragged a shot high. Substituted in the closing stages for a teammate, his competition, following a yellow card. Seven

The winger Had England’s clearest opportunity of the first half, his shot excellently kept out by Thomas Strakosha. With a teammate holding position, it fell to him to stretch the play on the right but his crosses from the touchline were hit and miss. Substituted late in the match. 6

The captain The difference-maker with his two more finishes in an England shirt. The first a trademark close-range tap-in and his next an excellent headed goal having drifted away away from the opposition. At 32, he continues to improve with the national team have every chance in future competitions when he's in the team. Eight

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to get into the game from the left. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up from a teammate but Strakosha denied him. His replacement produced a bigger influence in his place. 5

Substitutes

• Foden (for a teammate 63) Looked lively connecting well with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Spurned chances yet his delivery created the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Energetic when brought on and provided the captain's brace with superb cross into the area, Seven
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Seems settled so soon, Six
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, 6