🔗 Share this article Player Assessments: England Victory Secured by Harry Kane's Brace in World Cup Qualifying Match During a commanding display, the English national team secured one more triumph versus their opponents, with multiple squad members delivering memorable performances throughout the game. Starting XI The goalkeeper Was rarely tested required during the opening 45 before called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. A sliding intervention on an Albanian attacker demonstrated his game intelligence. 6/10 Jarell Quansah Tested by the opposition's biggest threat through Hoxha. Played more centrally to begin with then shifted to the flank once a teammate entered the fray. 7 The defender Moved up the pitch with the ball at his feet, as he has done previously. At times lacked urgency when carrying play with the experiment was shelved at half-time. Six Dan Burn Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, per usual, but may be a replacement to his teammate in the backline as opposed to alongside him. A careless distribution after the break came close to a goal from Albania. 6 Nico O’Reilly Another assured performance from the youngster following his first cap versus another side. Saka failed to make full advantage of a gorgeous touch over their defense. His position is firmly his at this stage. Seven The newcomer His first start with the national team. A bit careless on the ball but his inswinging set-pieces were a threat. An effective game manager for the boss to have against defensive opponents. Booked after a reckless foul. 6/10 Declan Rice Deliveries from dead balls and free kicks were dangerous. Enjoyed room to drift on the left but was offside when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Granted a well-earned break after an hour. 6 Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward position out wide while also did plenty of defensive duties. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance and scuffed an effort high. Substituted late on by a teammate, his competition, after being booked. Seven Jarrod Bowen Had the team's top opening before halftime, his strike well saved by the Albanian keeper. With a teammate hanging back, he had to provide width down the right side but his crosses into the box varied in quality. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6 Harry Kane The decisive figure scoring 77th and 78th finishes in an England shirt. The first a classic opportunist's goal and his next a superb headed goal after peeling away off his defender. At 32, he continues to improve with the national team are strong contenders next summer when he's in the team. Eight Eberechi Eze Struggled to make an impact out wide. Had a presentable chance when set up by Bellingham but Strakosha denied him. Rashford had a greater effect in his place. 5 Substitutes Phil Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp connecting seamlessly with the striker in a natural spot, Six Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Failed to convert but his corner led to the opener, Six Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Active after coming on assisting Kane’s second via an excellent ball to the back post, 7/10 Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled already, 6 Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Not enough time to influence the game, Six