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

In a commanding showing, the English national team wrapped up one more win versus Albania, with several squad members delivering memorable displays throughout the game.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make during the opening 45 but then forced to intervene from Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. One well-timed sliding intervention on Qazim Laci highlighted sharp reading of the game. 6/10

The debutant Examined by Albania’s main danger in their forward. Operated in a central role early on but moved to the flank after Saka entered the fray. Seven

The defender Pushed up the pitch with the ball at his feet, something he's known for in the past. Sometimes lacked urgency when carrying play and the experiment was shelved by the interval. Six

The tall defender Always dangerous from dead balls, as always, perhaps is another option to Stones in the backline rather than paired with him. A careless pass after the break nearly resulted in an opener for the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back One more composed showing from the youngster after his debut versus another side. A teammate did not capitalize on the most of a gorgeous touch behind the opposing backline. The left-back spot looks secure at this stage. 7/10

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning for his country. Somewhat loose when playing out however his whipped deliveries were a threat. A useful tempo-setter available to the boss to have versus teams who drop deep. Booked after a reckless tackle. Six

The midfielder Crosses from dead balls and free kicks created chances. Was given room to roam in left midfield yet found himself offside as the pass came in shooting positions. Given a deserved substitution after an hour. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Functioned in an advanced spot out wide and put in the hard yards. Displayed glimpses of brilliance but mishit an effort over. Substituted towards the end for Rogers, his competition, after being booked. 7

The winger Had England’s top opening in the opening period, his shot well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. With Quansah staying deep, he was forced to provide width on the right although his balls from wide areas were hit and miss. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. Six

The captain The match-winner with his 77th and 78th finishes at international level. The first a typical poacher’s finish while the second a classy header having drifted away off his defender. Aged 32, his form is unwavering and England are strong contenders next summer when he's in the team. Eight

The attacker Had difficulty to influence play on the left flank. Had a presentable chance following a pass by Bellingham yet the keeper denied him. His replacement produced a bigger effect after coming on. 5/10

Bench Players

• Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Was bright connecting effectively with Kane in a preferred position, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities yet his delivery led to the breakthrough, Six
• Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Active when brought on and set up the second goal via an excellent ball into the area, 7/10
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable so soon, Six
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Not enough time to make an impact, Six