Squad Ratings: England Victory Sealed by Kane's Double in International Qualifier

During a commanding performance, the English national team secured another win against their opponents, featuring multiple squad members delivering memorable displays throughout the game.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to make during the opening 45 before called into action from an opponent's curled attempt. A sliding tackle on Qazim Laci showed sharp anticipation. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Examined by the opposition's main danger in Hoxha. Played more centrally early on then shifted to the flank after Saka came on. 7/10

The defender Advanced forward on the ball, a familiar role in the past. Sometimes lacked urgency in possession and the tactic abandoned at half-time. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, as always, could serve as a replacement for his teammate in defense as opposed to paired with him. A careless pass in the second half almost led to an opener for Albania. 6/10

The young full-back Another assured showing from the 20-year-old following his first cap against Serbia. Saka failed to make the opportunity from a gorgeous backheel over their defense. His position is firmly his so soon. 7/10

The newcomer A debut start with the national team. Somewhat loose in possession though his whipped set-pieces caused problems. A handy pace-controller available to the boss to call upon against defensive opponents. Shown a yellow for a poorly timed tackle. Six

The midfielder Deliveries from dead balls and set-plays created chances. Had license to move on the left yet found himself in an offside position when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Granted a deserved break after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Played in a high spot on the right and also put in dirty work. Displayed glimpses of brilliance but dragged a shot over. Withdrawn late on by Rogers, his rival, after being booked. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s best chance before halftime, his strike smartly stopped from the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate holding position, he had to stretch the play on the right although his balls from wide areas were hit and miss. Substituted late in the match. 6

The captain The decisive figure netting two more finishes at international level. The first a trademark poacher’s finish and the second a classy header after peeling away off his defender. Aged 32, he’s only getting better and England stand a real opportunity next summer when he's in the team. 8/10

The attacker Struggled to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up from a teammate yet Strakosha kept it out. His replacement had a greater an impact when substituted. 5

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively and linked up well with the striker in a preferred position, 6/10
• Saka (for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances yet his delivery created the opener, Six
• Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Active upon introduction assisting Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, 6
• Rogers (for the star 84) Insufficient minutes to affect things, Six