Squad Assessments: England Triumph Secured by Harry Kane's Double in World Cup Qualifying Match

In a impressive display, England wrapped up one more win versus Albania, featuring a number of players turning in standout displays throughout the game.

First-choice Eleven

Dean Henderson Not a save to perform in the first half but then tested by Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. One well-timed sliding intervention on Qazim Laci showed excellent game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged against Albania’s primary attacker through Hoxha. Played in a central role early on then shifted wider once a teammate was introduced. 7

The defender Moved into midfield on the ball, as he has done previously. On occasion seemed hesitant on the ball and the experiment abandoned by the interval. 6/10

Dan Burn Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, per usual, perhaps is another option to Stones in defense as opposed to paired with him. A loose distribution in the second half came close to the first goal from the visitors. 6

Nico O’Reilly A further assured display by the rising star following his initial appearance versus Serbia. Saka failed to make full advantage of a clever touch behind the opposing backline. His position looks secure at this stage. 7/10

The newcomer His maiden beginning with the national team. Slightly sloppy in possession but his whipped set-pieces posed a danger. An effective game manager available to the manager to have against defensive opponents. Shown a yellow for a rash tackle. 6

Declan Rice Crosses from dead balls and free kicks created chances. Was given room to move down the left flank only to be offside when the ball arrived in front of goal. Awarded a well-earned substitution around the 60-minute point. Six

Jude Bellingham Played in a high spot down the right and also contributed with the hard yards. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance but dragged an effort wide. Substituted in the closing stages by Rogers, a fellow player, after being booked. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s best chance in the opening period, his effort excellently kept out from the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate staying deep, he had to stretch the play out wide but his crosses from the touchline were inconsistent. Replaced with 15 to go. 6/10

The captain The match-winner with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes in an England shirt. The first a typical close-range tap-in and the second an excellent header following a clever run off his defender. At 32, his form is unwavering and England are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament when he's in the team. 8

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to get into the game on the left flank. Had a good opening when set up by Bellingham but Strakosha denied him. His replacement had a greater effect when substituted. 5

Replacements

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp connecting effectively with the striker in a natural spot, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze 63) Missed opportunities although his set-piece led to the breakthrough, Six
• Marcus Rashford (for Bowen 75) Active when brought on and provided Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery into the area, 7
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established already, 6
• Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, Six