Player Ratings: England Victory Secured by Harry Kane's Brace in World Cup Qualifying Match

In a commanding showing, England secured a further win versus Albania, with several players delivering notable performances during the match.

Starting Eleven

Dean Henderson Had little to do to make before the break but then called into action from an opponent's curling effort. One well-timed sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker highlighted his game intelligence. 6/10

The debutant Examined by Albania’s main danger in Hoxha. Started in a central role early on but moved out wide after a teammate came on. 7/10

The defender Moved forward when in possession, something he's known for in the past. At times was too casual on the ball with the approach discontinued after the break. Six

The tall defender A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, typically, perhaps is an alternative to Stones in the backline as opposed to his partner. One wayward pass later in the match came close to a goal from Albania. 6/10

The young full-back A further confident showing from the 20-year-old following his debut versus another side. Saka did not capitalize on full advantage of a clever touch over the opposing backline. The role is his to lose so soon. 7

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning with the national team. Slightly loose in possession however his inswinging set-pieces posed a danger. A handy tempo-setter available to the manager to have against sides that sit back. Booked after a reckless tackle. 6/10

Declan Rice Crosses from corners and free-kicks caused problems. Was given freedom to drift in left midfield but was offside as the pass came in front of goal. Given a well-earned rest on the hour mark. 6/10

The star midfielder Operated in an advanced spot down the right and also contributed with the hard yards. Demonstrated flashes of quality and scuffed a shot over. Replaced in the closing stages for Rogers, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. Seven

The winger Had the team's best chance of the first half, his effort excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. With Quansah hanging back, he was forced to stretch the play out wide but his crosses from wide areas were inconsistent. Taken off late in the match. 6/10

The captain The difference-maker with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals in an England shirt. The first a classic poacher’s finish and his next a classy headed goal after peeling away off his defender. At 32, he continues to improve with the national team have every chance in future competitions when he's in the team. Eight

Eberechi Eze Struggled to influence play on the left flank. Had a decent opportunity when set up from a teammate yet Strakosha made the save. Rashford made much more of an impact after coming on. 5

Substitutes

• Foden (replacing Rice on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and linked up well with Kane in a preferred position, 6/10
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger at the 63-minute mark) Spurned chances yet his delivery provided the breakthrough, Six
• Rashford (for Bowen 75) Active after coming on and provided the second goal with a brilliant delivery into the area, Seven
• Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Appears comfortable already, Six
• Rogers (replacing Bellingham with minutes remaining) Not enough time to influence the game, 6