Squad Ratings: The Three Lions Win Secured by Harry Kane's Brace in International Qualifying Match

In a impressive display, the English national team clinched one more triumph versus their opponents, featuring multiple squad members turning in memorable displays during the match.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Not a save required during the opening 45 but then forced to intervene from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. His sliding challenge on Qazim Laci highlighted excellent reading of the game. 6/10

The debutant Challenged by the opposition's biggest threat in Hoxha. Operated more centrally initially but moved to the flank after Saka came on. 7/10

The defender Moved into midfield when in possession, a familiar role before. At times seemed hesitant on the ball with the approach discontinued by the interval. 6/10

The tall defender Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, per usual, perhaps is an alternative for Stones in the backline instead of paired with him. One wayward pass after the break almost led to the first goal for Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly One more confident performance from the 20-year-old after his debut against another side. Saka was unable to take the most of a clever flick over their defense. The left-back spot looks secure already. 7/10

The newcomer His maiden beginning with the national team. Somewhat careless when playing out though his dangerous corners caused problems. A handy pace-controller for the boss to call upon versus teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a poorly timed challenge. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses from corners and free-kicks created chances. Enjoyed room to roam on the left but was in an offside position as the pass came in front of goal. Given a well-earned break around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Functioned in a forward spot on the right and did plenty of defensive duties. Showed glimpses of brilliance but dragged an attempt wide. Withdrawn towards the end for Rogers, his competition, after receiving a caution. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s clearest opportunity in the opening period, his shot excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. With Quansah staying deep, he had to stretch the play on the right although his balls from wide areas were hit and miss. Taken off with 15 to go. 6

Harry Kane The decisive figure netting two more strikes at international level. The first a trademark opportunist's goal and his next an excellent finish with his head having drifted away off his defender. Aged 32, he’s only getting better with the national team are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. Eight

The attacker Found it tough to influence play out wide. Had a presentable chance after being played in by Bellingham however Strakosha made the save. Rashford had a greater an impact when substituted. 5

Replacements

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and linked up well with Kane in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Spurned chances but his corner created the first goal, 6/10
• Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Lively upon introduction assisting the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery into the area, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable already, 6/10
• Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, Six