Squad Evaluations: The Three Lions Triumph Sealed by Kane's Brace in World Cup Qualifier

During a dominant display, the English national team clinched another triumph versus Albania, featuring multiple squad members turning in memorable displays throughout the game.

Starting Eleven

The goalkeeper Had little to do to make during the opening 45 before called into action from an opponent's bent shot. One well-timed sliding intervention on Qazim Laci highlighted excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested against Albania’s primary attacker in Hoxha. Operated more centrally early on later drifted to the flank after Saka entered the fray. Seven

The defender Advanced forward on the ball, a familiar role in the past. On occasion lacked urgency when carrying play with the approach discontinued at half-time. 6/10

Dan Burn Always dangerous at set pieces, typically, perhaps is a replacement to Stones at the back as opposed to alongside him. One wayward pass later in the match nearly resulted in a goal for Albania. 6

Nico O’Reilly One more confident showing from the rising star after his initial appearance against Serbia. A teammate failed to make full advantage of a clever flick over the opposing backline. His position is firmly his at this stage. 7

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. A bit careless in possession but his inswinging deliveries caused problems. An effective tempo-setter for the manager to utilize versus defensive opponents. Cautioned after a reckless tackle. Six

Declan Rice Set-pieces on corner kicks and free-kicks were dangerous. Was given room to move on the left but was in an offside position as the pass came in shooting positions. Given a merited substitution on the hour mark. 6/10

The star midfielder Functioned in a forward role on the right while also contributed with dirty work. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance but dragged a shot over. Substituted late on for Rogers, his competition, after receiving a caution. Seven

The winger Had the team's clearest opportunity before halftime, his effort excellently kept out by the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate hanging back, he was forced to provide width down the right side but his crosses into the box were inconsistent. Taken off late in the match. 6/10

Harry Kane The match-winner scoring 77th and 78th goals for his country. His first a trademark poacher’s finish while the second a classy headed goal having drifted away off his defender. At 32, he’s only getting better and the side have every chance in future competitions with him leading the line. Eight

Eberechi Eze Struggled to make an impact out wide. Had a good opening following a pass by Bellingham however Strakosha made the save. Rashford made much more of an impact in his place. 5

Replacements

• Phil Foden (for a teammate 63) Looked lively and combined seamlessly with the striker in a preferred position, Six
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Missed opportunities yet his delivery provided the opener, 6/10
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Energetic when brought on and provided the captain's brace via an excellent ball into the area, 7
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable at this level, 6/10
• Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, 6