Squad Ratings: England Victory Secured by Harry Kane's Brace in World Cup Qualifier

In a impressive showing, the English national team clinched one more triumph against their opponents, featuring several players turning in memorable performances throughout the game.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to perform during the opening 45 before called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s curled attempt. A sliding tackle on Qazim Laci highlighted excellent anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged by the opposition's biggest threat through Hoxha. Started in a central role to begin with then shifted out wide after a teammate entered the fray. Seven

John Stones Pushed forward when in possession, something he's known for before. At times lacked urgency in possession with the approach discontinued by the interval. 6

The tall defender A constant threat at set pieces, per usual, perhaps is another option for Stones in the backline as opposed to his partner. A loose distribution after the break nearly resulted in an opener from Albania. 6/10

Nico O’Reilly Another composed showing by the 20-year-old following his debut against Serbia. A teammate was unable to take the most of an exquisite flick over the opposing backline. The left-back spot is firmly his so soon. 7/10

Adam Wharton A debut start for his country. A bit loose on the ball however his dangerous corners caused problems. An effective pace-controller available to the coach to call upon against defensive opponents. Cautioned after a reckless challenge. Six

The midfielder Set-pieces from dead balls and set-plays created chances. Was given room to move in left midfield yet found himself offside upon receiving in front of goal. Given a deserved break after an hour. Six

Jude Bellingham Functioned in a high role down the right and also did plenty of the hard yards. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance but dragged an effort over. Withdrawn in the closing stages by Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. Seven

The winger Was presented with England’s best chance before halftime, his strike well saved from Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah staying deep, he had to provide width down the right side but his crosses from the touchline varied in quality. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6

The captain The decisive figure with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes at international level. The opener a typical close-range tap-in and the second an excellent headed goal after peeling away off his defender. Aged 32, his form is unwavering and the side are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him up top. Eight

The attacker Had difficulty to influence play from the left. Had a decent opportunity following a pass from a teammate but Strakosha denied him. His replacement had a greater an impact after coming on. 5

Bench Players

• Phil Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and combined well with the striker in a natural spot, 6
• Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert yet his delivery created the breakthrough, 6
• Rashford (for the attacker 75) Lively upon introduction assisting the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the back post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, 6
• Rogers (replacing the star 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6