Squad Evaluations: England Victory Secured by Kane's Brace in International Qualifier

In a commanding display, England secured another triumph versus their opponents, featuring several squad members turning in standout displays throughout the game.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested required before the break until tested by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding intervention against Qazim Laci highlighted sharp game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged by Albania’s main danger through their forward. Operated more centrally early on then shifted to the flank after Saka entered the fray. Seven

The defender Advanced into midfield on the ball, as he has done before. Sometimes seemed hesitant in possession with the approach abandoned at half-time. Six

Dan Burn A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, as always, could serve as a replacement to his teammate in defense rather than paired with him. One wayward ball later in the match almost led to the first goal from the visitors. Six

The young full-back A further assured performance from the rising star following his first cap against another side. A teammate was unable to take the opportunity from a clever touch over the opposing backline. His position is firmly his at this stage. Seven

The newcomer His first start in an England shirt. A bit loose in possession but his inswinging corners were a threat. A handy game manager available to the boss to have against sides that sit back. Shown a yellow for a rash tackle. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces from dead balls and set-plays created chances. Was given freedom to drift in left midfield yet found himself offside when the ball arrived in front of goal. Awarded a deserved rest on the hour mark. 6/10

The star midfielder Played in an advanced spot out wide while also did plenty of defensive duties. Demonstrated moments of class and mishit a shot high. Withdrawn in the closing stages for a teammate, his rival, following a yellow card. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s top opening in the opening period, his strike well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate staying deep, he had to offer an outlet out wide but his crosses from the touchline were hit and miss. Replaced late in the match. Six

The captain The match-winner scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes for his country. The first a typical opportunist's goal while the second an excellent headed goal after peeling away away from the opposition. At 32, he continues to improve with the national team are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to make an impact from the left. Had a good opening when set up by Bellingham however the keeper made the save. Rashford made much more of influence in his place. Five

Replacements

• Phil Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Looked lively and combined effectively with Kane in a preferred position, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert yet his delivery provided the breakthrough, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker 75) Energetic when brought on and provided the second goal with superb cross to the back post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable already, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to affect things, 6/10