🔗 Share this article Player Assessments: England Triumph Sealed by Kane's Double in World Cup Qualifying Match During a dominant performance, the English national team clinched one more triumph against Albania, with multiple squad members turning in standout performances throughout the game. Starting Eleven Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to perform before the break but then forced to intervene from an opponent's bent shot. One well-timed sliding tackle on Qazim Laci showed sharp reading of the game. 6/10 The debutant Tested by Albania’s biggest threat through Hoxha. Played in a central role to begin with but moved wider once Saka came on. Seven John Stones Advanced forward on the ball, something he's known for in the past. At times seemed hesitant on the ball with the tactic discontinued at half-time. 6/10 The tall defender Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, as always, perhaps is a replacement for his teammate in defense rather than alongside him. A loose ball later in the match almost led to a goal from Albania. 6 The young full-back One more composed performance by the youngster after his first cap against another side. Saka failed to make the most of an exquisite touch behind the Albania defence. The left-back spot looks secure at this stage. Seven Adam Wharton His maiden beginning for his country. Somewhat careless in possession but his inswinging deliveries posed a danger. A handy tempo-setter available to the coach to call upon against teams who drop deep. Booked for a poorly timed foul. Six The midfielder Crosses on corner kicks and free kicks caused problems. Had room to drift on the left only to be in an offside position as the pass came with a chance to score. Awarded a deserved rest after an hour. 6/10 Jude Bellingham Functioned in a high spot on the right while also contributed with dirty work. Showed glimpses of brilliance and mishit a shot high. Substituted in the closing stages by Rogers, his rival, after being booked. 7 The winger Was presented with the team's top opening before halftime, his effort excellently kept out by the opposing goalkeeper. As a teammate holding position, he had to provide width down the right side but his crosses from the touchline were inconsistent. Taken off with 15 to go. Six Harry Kane The difference-maker with his two more strikes in an England shirt. The first a typical poacher’s finish and the second a superb headed goal after peeling away off his defender. Now 32, his form is unwavering and the side have every chance in future competitions with him leading the line. 8/10 The attacker Struggled to influence play from the left. Had a presentable chance when set up from a teammate but Strakosha denied him. His replacement produced a bigger influence in his place. 5 Substitutes Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting effectively with Kane in a preferred position, 6/10 Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Failed to convert yet his delivery provided the breakthrough, 6 Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Energetic after coming on and provided the second goal with a brilliant delivery into the area, 7/10 Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, 6/10 Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to influence the game, 6/10