Player Ratings: England Victory Secured by Harry Kane's Double in International Qualifier

During a impressive showing, the English national team clinched another triumph against their opponents, featuring multiple squad members turning in standout displays on the pitch.

Starting Lineup

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to make before the break but then tested by an opponent's bent shot. One well-timed sliding tackle on an Albanian attacker demonstrated excellent anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Tested by the opposition's primary attacker in their forward. Operated through the middle early on then shifted to the flank once Saka was introduced. 7

John Stones Moved into midfield with the ball at his feet, something he's known for previously. At times lacked urgency in possession and the approach abandoned by the interval. 6/10

The tall defender Always dangerous from dead balls, as always, perhaps is a replacement for Stones at the back as opposed to his partner. A careless distribution later in the match almost led to an opener from the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly Another composed showing by the rising star following his first cap versus Serbia. Saka was unable to take full advantage of an exquisite backheel behind the opposing backline. The left-back spot looks secure already. 7/10

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning for his country. A bit careless in possession but his inswinging corners caused problems. An effective game manager available to the coach to have versus defensive opponents. Booked for a poorly timed tackle. 6

Declan Rice Set-pieces from corners and free kicks were dangerous. Had license to roam in left midfield but was in an offside position as the pass came in shooting positions. Awarded a well-earned substitution on the hour mark. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in an advanced position out wide and also did plenty of dirty work. Showed flashes of quality and mishit a shot wide. Withdrawn in the closing stages for Rogers, his rival, after being booked. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s top opening before halftime, his strike smartly stopped from Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate holding position, he had to provide width on the right although his balls into the box were hit and miss. Taken off with 15 to go. 6

The captain The match-winner netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals for his country. The opener a typical opportunist's goal and his next a superb headed goal following a clever run away from the opposition. Aged 32, he continues to improve with the national team are strong contenders next summer with him leading the line. 8

The attacker Struggled to influence play out wide. Was presented with a decent opportunity following a pass by Bellingham yet Strakosha made the save. Rashford had a greater an impact in his place. Five

Bench Players

• Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Was bright and linked up effectively with Kane in a preferred position, Six
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert although his set-piece created the breakthrough, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Energetic after coming on and set up Kane’s second via an excellent ball to the back post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton 75) Looks established so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, 6