Player Ratings: The Three Lions Win Sealed by Kane's Brace in International Qualifier

Throughout a commanding display, England clinched one more victory versus their opponents, with multiple players delivering notable displays on the pitch.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Had little to do to make in the first half until tested by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker highlighted excellent anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Challenged by the opposition's primary attacker through Hoxha. Operated in a central role initially then shifted wider once a teammate came on. Seven

John Stones Moved into midfield when in possession, a familiar role previously. Sometimes lacked urgency when carrying play and the experiment discontinued by the interval. 6/10

Dan Burn Always dangerous from dead balls, per usual, could serve as an alternative for Stones in defense as opposed to alongside him. One wayward ball after the break almost led to an opener for Albania. Six

Nico O’Reilly A further confident display from the rising star following his first cap versus Serbia. Saka was unable to take the most of a gorgeous flick behind their defense. His position is his to lose at this stage. Seven

The newcomer His maiden beginning in an England shirt. Slightly loose when playing out though his whipped deliveries were a threat. A useful pace-controller available to the manager to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a rash challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Crosses from corners and free kicks created chances. Was given freedom to move on the left but was in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Awarded a deserved substitution after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Played in a forward spot down the right and also did plenty of the hard yards. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance and scuffed an effort over. Substituted in the closing stages by a teammate, his rival, following a yellow card. 7

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s top opening in the opening period, his strike well saved from the Albanian keeper. With a teammate holding position, he was forced to offer an outlet out wide although his balls from wide areas varied in quality. Replaced late in the match. 6/10

The captain The decisive figure scoring two more goals at international level. The opener a classic poacher’s finish while the second a superb headed goal having drifted away from his marker. Aged 32, his form is unwavering with the national team have every chance in future competitions with him leading the line. 8/10

The attacker Found it tough to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a good opening following a pass from a teammate yet Strakosha made the save. Rashford produced a bigger effect when substituted. 5

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp connecting effectively with Kane in a preferred position, 6
• Saka (for the winger 63) Missed opportunities yet his delivery created the first goal, 6
• Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Energetic when brought on and set up the captain's brace with superb cross to the back post, Seven
• Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to affect things, Six