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In a dominant showing, the English national team clinched one more win against their opponents, with several players turning in standout displays throughout the game.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Not a save required in the first half but then tested from an opponent's curled attempt. His sliding intervention against Qazim Laci highlighted his anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Examined by the opposition's biggest threat in Hoxha. Operated more centrally to begin with then shifted wider after a teammate entered the fray. 7/10

John Stones Pushed forward with the ball at his feet, as he has done before. On occasion lacked urgency when carrying play with the tactic discontinued after the break. 6/10

Dan Burn A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, as always, but may be an alternative for his teammate at the back instead of his partner. One wayward distribution after the break came close to an opener for the visitors. Six

The young full-back One more confident showing from the 20-year-old following his debut against another side. A teammate was unable to take full advantage of a clever touch over the opposing backline. The left-back spot is firmly his already. 7/10

Adam Wharton A debut start with the national team. Slightly sloppy when playing out though his inswinging corners were a threat. A useful tempo-setter for the boss to utilize versus defensive opponents. Shown a yellow for a poorly timed foul. 6

Declan Rice Deliveries on corner kicks and free kicks caused problems. Enjoyed freedom to move down the left flank but was in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Awarded a merited rest around the 60-minute point. 6

Jude Bellingham Played in an advanced role on the right while also put in defensive duties. Displayed glimpses of brilliance but mishit an attempt wide. Replaced late on for Rogers, his rival, after being booked. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's best chance of the first half, his strike excellently kept out from the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate hanging back, he was forced to provide width out wide yet his deliveries into the box were hit and miss. Taken off for the final quarter-hour. Six

The captain The decisive figure with his 77th and 78th finishes for his country. The first a typical poacher’s finish and his next a superb header having drifted away off his defender. Aged 32, his form is unwavering with the national team have every chance next summer with him leading the line. 8

The attacker Struggled to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a decent opportunity when set up by Bellingham however Strakosha made the save. His replacement produced a bigger an impact after coming on. 5

Replacements

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice 63) Appeared sharp connecting well with the striker in a natural spot, Six
• Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities although his set-piece created the opener, Six
• Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Energetic after coming on assisting Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the far post, Seven
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, 6
• Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, 6/10