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Throughout a impressive showing, England clinched another victory against their opponents, with several players producing notable displays throughout the game.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested required before the break but then forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. His sliding tackle on Qazim Laci showed sharp reading of the game. 6/10

The debutant Tested against the opposition's main danger through Hoxha. Played through the middle initially then shifted wider after Saka entered the fray. 7/10

John Stones Advanced up the pitch with the ball at his feet, as he has done in the past. Sometimes lacked urgency on the ball with the tactic abandoned by the interval. 6

The tall defender A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, per usual, perhaps is another option to his teammate in the backline rather than alongside him. A careless pass in the second half came close to an opener for the visitors. Six

The young full-back A further assured display by the rising star following his debut versus Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on the most of a clever touch behind the opposing backline. His position looks secure at this stage. 7

Adam Wharton His first start in an England shirt. A bit careless when playing out however his dangerous set-pieces posed a danger. An effective tempo-setter for the manager to have against sides that sit back. Shown a yellow for a rash challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Set-pieces from corners and free kicks caused problems. Was given license to move in left midfield only to be in an offside position when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Awarded a deserved break on the hour mark. Six

Jude Bellingham Played in a forward spot down the right and also put in the hard yards. Showed flashes of quality but scuffed a shot high. Replaced towards the end by a teammate, his competition, after being booked. Seven

The winger Was presented with England’s best chance of the first half, his shot excellently kept out by the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah staying deep, he was forced to stretch the play down the right side yet his deliveries from the touchline varied in quality. Replaced with 15 to go. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals for his country. The opener a typical poacher’s finish and the second a superb finish with his head having drifted away off his defender. Aged 32, his form is unwavering and England stand a real opportunity in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to influence play on the left flank. Had a presentable chance after being played in by Bellingham but Strakosha denied him. His replacement had a greater influence in his place. 5

Substitutes

• Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Looked lively and linked up well with Kane in a natural spot, Six
• Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert but his corner provided the breakthrough, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker 75) Active when brought on assisting Kane’s second with superb cross into the area, Seven
• Anderson (for Wharton 75) Seems settled already, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for the star 84) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, 6