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

In a impressive performance, the English national team wrapped up one more win versus Albania, with a number of players delivering standout performances throughout the game.

First-choice XI

Dean Henderson Not a save to make before the break until tested by an opponent's curling effort. His sliding tackle on Qazim Laci highlighted excellent reading of the game. 6/10

The debutant Challenged against Albania’s biggest threat in Hoxha. Operated through the middle to begin with then shifted wider after a teammate came on. Seven

The defender Advanced into midfield when in possession, as he has done previously. Sometimes seemed hesitant on the ball with the experiment discontinued after the break. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, typically, perhaps is an alternative for Stones in defense instead of alongside him. One wayward ball later in the match nearly resulted in the first goal from Albania. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly Another confident showing by the 20-year-old after his initial appearance against Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on the opportunity from a gorgeous backheel behind the opposing backline. The role looks secure so soon. 7/10

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly careless on the ball though his inswinging deliveries were a threat. An effective pace-controller for the boss to call upon against sides that sit back. Shown a yellow for a poorly timed tackle. Six

The midfielder Crosses on corner kicks and free-kicks were dangerous. Was given room to roam on the left only to be in an offside position when the ball arrived in shooting positions. Granted a merited substitution after an hour. 6

The star midfielder Played in a high role out wide and contributed with defensive duties. Displayed flashes of quality and scuffed an effort wide. Withdrawn in the closing stages by a teammate, his rival, after being booked. Seven

The winger Was presented with England’s best chance of the first half, his strike smartly stopped from the Albanian keeper. As a teammate holding position, he was forced to offer an outlet on the right but his crosses into the box were hit and miss. Taken off with 15 to go. 6

The captain The decisive figure with his 77th and 78th strikes at international level. The first a classic opportunist's goal and the second a classy header following a clever run from his marker. Now 32, he continues to improve and the side have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8

The attacker Found it tough to get into the game from the left. Was presented with a decent opportunity when set up by Bellingham yet the keeper denied him. His replacement produced a bigger influence when substituted. 5

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for Rice 63) Appeared sharp and linked up seamlessly with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze 63) Missed opportunities but his corner led to the breakthrough, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker 75) Energetic when brought on and set up Kane’s second with superb cross to the far post, 7/10
• Anderson (for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable at this level, Six
• Rogers (replacing the star 84) Not enough time to influence the game, Six