Player Ratings: The Three Lions Triumph Sealed by Kane's Double in International Qualifying Match

During a dominant display, England wrapped up another win against Albania, featuring multiple squad members delivering memorable performances throughout the game.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to make before the break until forced to intervene by an opponent's curling effort. His sliding tackle on Qazim Laci showed excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

The debutant Tested against Albania’s main danger in their forward. Started in a central role initially later drifted wider once Saka came on. 7

The defender Advanced into midfield when in possession, as he has done in the past. At times seemed hesitant on the ball with the experiment discontinued after the break. Six

Dan Burn Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, typically, could serve as a replacement to Stones at the back instead of his partner. A careless distribution in the second half came close to an opener from Albania. 6

The young full-back Another assured performance from the youngster following his debut versus another side. A teammate failed to make the most of an exquisite flick over the Albania defence. His position is his to lose at this stage. Seven

The newcomer His first start for his country. A bit careless on the ball though his inswinging set-pieces were a threat. A handy tempo-setter available to the manager to utilize against teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a rash foul. Six

The midfielder Crosses from dead balls and free kicks created chances. Was given license to drift in left midfield but was offside as the pass came with a chance to score. Given a deserved rest after an hour. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Played in an advanced spot out wide while also put in dirty work. Demonstrated moments of class and dragged an attempt wide. Replaced in the closing stages by a teammate, his competition, after being booked. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s best chance in the opening period, his shot smartly stopped by the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah holding position, he had to provide width on the right but his crosses into the box were inconsistent. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

Harry Kane The decisive figure netting 77th and 78th finishes in an England shirt. The opener a typical opportunist's goal and his next a superb header having drifted away away from the opposition. At 32, his form is unwavering and England have every chance next summer with him up top. 8

The attacker Found it tough to make an impact on the left flank. Had a decent opportunity when set up by Bellingham but the keeper denied him. Rashford made much more of effect in his place. 5

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (for a teammate 63) Looked lively connecting effectively with the striker in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Spurned chances yet his delivery led to the breakthrough, 6/10
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Energetic after coming on and provided the captain's brace via an excellent ball to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to make an impact, 6/10