Player Evaluations: England Win Secured by Harry Kane's Double in World Cup Qualifier

Throughout a dominant display, England clinched one more victory versus their opponents, featuring a number of squad members delivering notable displays during the match.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to perform before the break before tested by an opponent's curled attempt. His sliding challenge against Qazim Laci demonstrated excellent game intelligence. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged against Albania’s biggest threat through their forward. Played in a central role to begin with then shifted out wide after a teammate was introduced. Seven

The defender Advanced forward when in possession, as he has done before. Sometimes seemed hesitant in possession with the tactic was shelved at half-time. Six

The tall defender Always dangerous at set pieces, as always, but may be another option to Stones in defense rather than his partner. A loose ball later in the match almost led to an opener for the visitors. 6

The young full-back A further confident display by the youngster following his debut versus another side. A teammate failed to make full advantage of a gorgeous flick behind their defense. His position looks secure so soon. Seven

The newcomer His first start in an England shirt. A bit careless when playing out but his inswinging corners were a threat. A handy pace-controller available to the coach to call upon versus teams who drop deep. Shown a yellow for a poorly timed challenge. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses from corners and free kicks created chances. Was given license to roam in left midfield only to be in an offside position as the pass came in shooting positions. Given a merited break around the 60-minute point. Six

The star midfielder Functioned in a high role out wide and also put in the hard yards. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance and scuffed a shot high. Substituted late on for a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. Seven

The winger Had England’s top opening in the opening period, his effort well saved from Thomas Strakosha. As Quansah hanging back, he was forced to offer an outlet on the right yet his deliveries from wide areas varied in quality. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. 6

The captain The match-winner with his two more goals for his country. The first a classic opportunist's goal and his next a classy finish with his head following a clever run off his defender. At 32, he’s only getting better and the side stand a real opportunity next summer with him leading the line. Eight

Eberechi Eze Found it tough to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a good opening when set up by the midfielder yet Strakosha made the save. Rashford produced a bigger an impact after coming on. 5

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and combined seamlessly with the striker in a preferred position, 6
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Missed opportunities but his corner created the breakthrough, 6
• Marcus Rashford (for the attacker 75) Active when brought on and set up Kane’s second with superb cross to the far post, 7/10
• Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Looks established so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10