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

In a impressive performance, the English national team clinched another triumph versus Albania, featuring several players turning in standout performances during the match.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to perform in the first half until called into action by Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. A sliding tackle against Qazim Laci demonstrated his game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Examined by Albania’s main danger through Hoxha. Operated through the middle initially but moved out wide after a teammate was introduced. Seven

John Stones Pushed into midfield with the ball at his feet, something he's known for before. On occasion lacked urgency in possession with the approach abandoned at half-time. 6/10

The tall defender A constant threat at set pieces, typically, perhaps is another option to his teammate in the backline rather than his partner. A careless pass in the second half nearly resulted in a goal from the visitors. Six

The young full-back One more confident showing from the youngster following his initial appearance versus Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on full advantage of an exquisite backheel behind the opposing backline. His position is his to lose at this stage. Seven

The newcomer A debut start for his country. Somewhat sloppy when playing out though his dangerous set-pieces were a threat. A handy tempo-setter for the manager to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a rash challenge. 6

Declan Rice Crosses on corner kicks and free kicks created chances. Had room to drift in left midfield only to be offside upon receiving with a chance to score. Awarded a merited substitution around the 60-minute point. Six

The star midfielder Played in a high position out wide and also did plenty of dirty work. Displayed glimpses of brilliance but dragged an effort wide. Withdrawn in the closing stages by a teammate, a fellow player, after being booked. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity of the first half, his shot excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. As Quansah hanging back, he had to offer an outlet out wide but his crosses into the box varied in quality. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

Harry Kane The difference-maker scoring two more finishes for his country. The first a classic close-range tap-in and his next an excellent finish with his head having drifted away away from the opposition. Aged 32, he continues to improve and the side stand a real opportunity in future competitions with him leading the line. 8

The attacker Found it tough to make an impact from the left. Had a good opening following a pass by the midfielder but Strakosha kept it out. Rashford made much more of influence when substituted. Five

Substitutes

• Foden (replacing Rice 63) Appeared sharp connecting effectively with Kane in a natural spot, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Missed opportunities but his corner provided the breakthrough, 6
• Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Energetic when brought on assisting the captain's brace with superb cross to the back post, Seven
• Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable so soon, 6
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to make an impact, Six