Player Assessments: England Win Secured by Kane's Double in World Cup Qualifying Match

Throughout a impressive display, the English national team secured another triumph versus their opponents, featuring a number of squad members turning in standout performances during the match.

First-choice XI

Dean Henderson Had little to do to perform during the opening 45 until tested from an opponent's bent shot. A sliding challenge against Qazim Laci demonstrated his anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined by Albania’s main danger through their forward. Started more centrally initially but moved to the flank once Saka came on. 7

John Stones Pushed up the pitch when in possession, something he's known for in the past. On occasion lacked urgency when carrying play and the experiment was shelved at half-time. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, typically, could serve as a replacement for Stones at the back instead of his partner. One wayward distribution in the second half almost led to a goal from the visitors. 6/10

The young full-back One more assured performance by the youngster following his initial appearance against Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on the most of a gorgeous touch behind the opposing backline. The role is firmly his at this stage. Seven

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning with the national team. Somewhat sloppy when playing out however his inswinging set-pieces were a threat. A handy tempo-setter for the manager to utilize versus sides that sit back. Booked for a poorly timed challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Crosses from corners and free-kicks created chances. Was given freedom to drift on the left only to be in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Given a well-earned rest on the hour mark. Six

Jude Bellingham Operated in a high position out wide and also did plenty of the hard yards. Displayed moments of class and mishit a shot wide. Replaced towards the end by a teammate, a fellow player, after being booked. 7

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's best chance in the opening period, his strike well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. With a teammate holding position, he had to offer an outlet on the right although his balls from wide areas were hit and miss. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. 6/10

The captain The difference-maker scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes at international level. The first a classic opportunist's goal and the second an excellent header having drifted away off his defender. At 32, he’s only getting better and the side stand a real opportunity next summer when he's in the team. 8

The attacker Struggled to get into the game on the left flank. Was presented with a decent opportunity following a pass from a teammate however the keeper kept it out. His replacement produced a bigger an impact after coming on. Five

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Was bright and combined effectively with the striker in a natural spot, 6
• Saka (for the winger 63) Spurned chances but his corner led to the breakthrough, 6/10
• Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker with 15 left) Lively when brought on assisting the second goal via an excellent ball into the area, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable so soon, 6
• Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Not enough time to make an impact, 6