Player Assessments: The Three Lions Victory Sealed by Kane's Double in World Cup Qualifying Match
In a dominant display, England wrapped up a further triumph against their opponents, featuring a number of squad members turning in standout performances during the match.
Starting XI
The goalkeeper Was rarely tested required before the break before tested by an opponent's curling effort. A sliding challenge against Qazim Laci showed excellent game intelligence. Six out of ten
Jarell Quansah Examined against Albania’s biggest threat through their forward. Started more centrally early on but moved wider after Saka came on. Seven
The defender Advanced up the pitch on the ball, a familiar role in the past. On occasion lacked urgency in possession and the approach was shelved by the interval. 6
Dan Burn A constant threat from dead balls, per usual, could serve as another option for his teammate in the backline as opposed to alongside him. A loose ball later in the match nearly resulted in the first goal from the visitors. Six
The young full-back A further confident performance by the youngster following his initial appearance versus Serbia. Saka was unable to take the opportunity from a gorgeous flick over the Albania defence. The role looks secure at this stage. 7
Adam Wharton His first start in an England shirt. Somewhat sloppy when playing out but his whipped deliveries posed a danger. A useful pace-controller available to the manager to have versus sides that sit back. Cautioned after a reckless foul. Six
The midfielder Set-pieces on corner kicks and free kicks created chances. Enjoyed license to roam in left midfield only to be offside when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Granted a merited break on the hour mark. Six
The star midfielder Functioned in a high position out wide and did plenty of defensive duties. Displayed glimpses of brilliance but scuffed an attempt wide. Withdrawn in the closing stages for Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. 7
The winger Had the team's top opening in the opening period, his shot smartly stopped by the Albanian keeper. As a teammate holding position, he had to offer an outlet out wide although his balls from the touchline varied in quality. Replaced late in the match. Six
The captain The difference-maker with his 77th and 78th strikes at international level. His first a trademark opportunist's goal and the second a superb finish with his head following a clever run away from the opposition. At 32, he continues to improve with the national team are strong contenders in future competitions when he's in the team. 8/10
The attacker Found it tough to influence play from the left. Was presented with a good opening following a pass by Bellingham yet Strakosha made the save. Rashford produced a bigger effect in his place. Five
Substitutes
- Phil Foden (for a teammate 63) Looked lively connecting effectively with Kane in a preferred position, 6/10
- Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert yet his delivery provided the breakthrough, 6
- Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Active when brought on and provided Kane’s second with superb cross to the back post, 7
- Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled so soon, Six
- Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10