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

Throughout a dominant display, the English national team clinched another triumph versus their opponents, featuring several squad members delivering standout displays during the match.

First-choice Lineup

The goalkeeper Was rarely tested to perform before the break until tested from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding challenge on Qazim Laci showed his anticipation. Six out of ten

The debutant Examined by Albania’s primary attacker in Hoxha. Operated more centrally early on then shifted wider once Saka entered the fray. 7

The defender Moved forward with the ball at his feet, something he's known for previously. On occasion lacked urgency in possession with the experiment was shelved by the interval. Six

Dan Burn Always dangerous from dead balls, typically, could serve as an alternative to his teammate in defense instead of paired with him. A loose distribution later in the match came close to an opener for Albania. 6

The young full-back Another composed performance from the 20-year-old after his debut versus Serbia. Saka failed to make the opportunity from a clever flick over the opposing backline. His position is his to lose at this stage. 7/10

Adam Wharton His first start with the national team. Somewhat loose in possession though his inswinging deliveries were a threat. A handy pace-controller for the manager to call upon against sides that sit back. Booked after a reckless challenge. 6/10

The midfielder Deliveries on corner kicks and free-kicks were dangerous. Enjoyed room to move down the left flank only to be in an offside position when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Awarded a well-earned break after an hour. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in a high spot down the right and also put in the hard yards. Showed flashes of quality but mishit a shot wide. Withdrawn in the closing stages by Rogers, his competition, after being booked. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s best chance before halftime, his shot smartly stopped by the Albanian keeper. As Quansah holding position, it fell to him to stretch the play out wide but his crosses from the touchline were hit and miss. Taken off late in the match. 6/10

The captain The match-winner netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth finishes for his country. The first a trademark opportunist's goal and his next an excellent headed goal having drifted away from his marker. Now 32, he continues to improve and England have every chance in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8

The attacker Struggled to make an impact on the left flank. Had a good opening when set up by the midfielder but Strakosha denied him. His replacement made much more of influence in his place. 5/10

Substitutes

• Phil Foden (for Rice 63) Appeared sharp connecting seamlessly with Kane in more familiar role, 6
• Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Failed to convert but his corner led to the breakthrough, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Energetic after coming on assisting the captain's brace via an excellent ball into the area, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for Wharton 75) Appears comfortable so soon, Six
• Morgan Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Insufficient minutes to affect things, 6