Squad Assessments: The Three Lions Victory Secured by Harry Kane's Brace in World Cup Qualifying Match

In a dominant performance, the English national team clinched one more win against their opponents, with multiple squad members delivering notable displays throughout the game.

Starting Lineup

The goalkeeper Not a save to make during the opening 45 until forced to intervene from an opponent's curled attempt. His sliding challenge on an Albanian attacker showed sharp reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged by Albania’s primary attacker through Hoxha. Started through the middle initially but moved to the flank after a teammate was introduced. 7

The defender Advanced forward on the ball, something he's known for previously. On occasion was too casual on the ball and the approach discontinued by the interval. 6

Dan Burn A nuisance from dead balls, as always, perhaps is a replacement to Stones in the backline as opposed to his partner. One wayward distribution in the second half nearly resulted in a goal from the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back Another assured performance from the rising star following his initial appearance against Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on the most of a gorgeous touch behind the Albania defence. His position looks secure so soon. Seven

The newcomer His first start in an England shirt. Slightly loose on the ball though his inswinging deliveries caused problems. A useful pace-controller for the manager to call upon against sides that sit back. Shown a yellow after a reckless challenge. Six

The midfielder Deliveries from dead balls and free-kicks caused problems. Enjoyed freedom to drift on the left only to be in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Awarded a deserved substitution after an hour. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Played in a forward position on the right and also contributed with defensive duties. Displayed moments of class and scuffed an effort over. Replaced late on for Rogers, a fellow player, after being booked. 7/10

The winger Had England’s best chance before halftime, his shot smartly stopped from Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah hanging back, he was forced to offer an outlet on the right but his crosses from the touchline were hit and miss. Taken off for the final quarter-hour. Six

The captain The match-winner scoring two more finishes for his country. His first a classic poacher’s finish and his next an excellent headed goal after peeling away away from the opposition. At 32, his form is unwavering with the national team are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. Eight

The attacker Found it tough to make an impact from the left. Was presented with a presentable chance when set up by the midfielder yet Strakosha kept it out. His replacement made much more of effect when substituted. Five

Substitutes

• Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp connecting well with Kane in a natural spot, Six
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities but his corner provided the opener, 6
• Rashford (for Bowen with 15 left) Active upon introduction assisting the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7/10
• Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Looks established so soon, 6/10
• Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to affect things, 6