Squad Evaluations: The Three Lions Win Secured by Kane's Brace in World Cup Qualifier

Throughout a commanding display, the English national team wrapped up a further victory versus their opponents, with multiple squad members turning in standout performances throughout the game.

Starting XI

The goalkeeper Not a save to make before the break until tested from an opponent's curling effort. One well-timed sliding intervention on Qazim Laci showed excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested by the opposition's main danger in their forward. Played more centrally to begin with later drifted to the flank after a teammate was introduced. Seven

John Stones Pushed up the pitch when in possession, something he's known for in the past. Sometimes was too casual in possession and the tactic abandoned at half-time. 6

Dan Burn Always dangerous at set pieces, typically, perhaps is an alternative to his teammate in the backline rather than alongside him. A careless distribution in the second half nearly resulted in a goal for the visitors. 6

The young full-back One more assured display from the 20-year-old following his debut versus Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on the most of a clever backheel behind the Albania defence. His position is firmly his at this stage. 7/10

Adam Wharton A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly careless on the ball but his whipped set-pieces posed a danger. A useful tempo-setter for the boss to utilize versus defensive opponents. Booked for a rash foul. Six

Declan Rice Deliveries on corner kicks and set-plays caused problems. Was given license to roam in left midfield but was offside as the pass came with a chance to score. Awarded a well-earned break after an hour. 6/10

The star midfielder Played in a forward spot on the right and did plenty of defensive duties. Showed glimpses of brilliance and scuffed an effort high. Replaced late on for a teammate, his competition, after being booked. 7

The winger Was presented with the team's clearest opportunity in the opening period, his shot well saved by the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah holding position, he was forced to provide width on the right yet his deliveries from the touchline were hit and miss. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

The captain The difference-maker scoring two more goals in an England shirt. The opener a classic poacher’s finish and the second a classy finish with his head having drifted away away from the opposition. Aged 32, he’s only getting better and the side are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. Eight

The attacker Struggled to influence play from the left. Had a good opening when set up by the midfielder however the keeper denied him. Rashford made much more of effect after coming on. 5

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and combined effectively with the striker in a preferred position, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances but his corner provided the first goal, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Lively after coming on and provided the second goal with superb cross into the area, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder 75) Looks established at this level, 6/10
• Rogers (for the star 84) Too brief a spell to make an impact, 6/10