Squad Assessments: England Victory Secured by Harry Kane's Brace in World Cup Qualifying Match

In a commanding performance, England secured another win against Albania, featuring multiple players delivering standout performances during the match.

First-choice Eleven

The goalkeeper Not a save to make in the first half but then tested from an opponent's bent shot. His sliding intervention against Qazim Laci highlighted sharp anticipation. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Examined by the opposition's primary attacker through Hoxha. Played in a central role early on later drifted to the flank once a teammate entered the fray. Seven

The defender Moved into midfield with the ball at his feet, as he has done in the past. On occasion lacked urgency when carrying play and the approach was shelved by the interval. Six

Dan Burn A nuisance at set pieces, per usual, could serve as another option for Stones at the back rather than paired with him. A loose ball after the break came close to the first goal for the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly One more confident performance from the rising star following his initial appearance versus another side. Saka was unable to take the most of a clever backheel over their defense. His position is his to lose already. 7/10

Adam Wharton His maiden beginning for his country. Somewhat sloppy in possession however his dangerous deliveries caused problems. A useful tempo-setter for the boss to have against defensive opponents. Shown a yellow after a reckless challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Deliveries on corner kicks and set-plays created chances. Enjoyed freedom to roam on the left but was in an offside position when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Granted a deserved substitution around the 60-minute point. 6/10

The star midfielder Functioned in a forward spot out wide and contributed with defensive duties. Showed moments of class and scuffed an attempt over. Replaced in the closing stages for Rogers, his competition, after being booked. Seven

The winger Was presented with England’s top opening of the first half, his shot well saved by the Albanian keeper. With Quansah hanging back, he was forced to offer an outlet out wide yet his deliveries from the touchline varied in quality. Taken off with 15 to go. 6

Harry Kane The decisive figure scoring two more goals for his country. The first a typical opportunist's goal and his next a classy header having drifted away away from the opposition. At 32, his form is unwavering with the national team have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8

The attacker Struggled to make an impact on the left flank. Was presented with a decent opportunity when set up by the midfielder however the keeper made the save. His replacement produced a bigger effect when substituted. 5/10

Replacements

• Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively and linked up effectively with Kane in more familiar role, 6/10
• Saka (on for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert although his set-piece created the first goal, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Lively after coming on assisting the captain's brace with superb cross to the back post, 7
• Anderson (on for Wharton in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, 6
• Rogers (replacing the star 84) Not enough time to make an impact, 6/10