Player Ratings: England Win Secured by Kane's Brace in World Cup Qualifying Match
In a commanding showing, England clinched a further triumph against their opponents, with several players delivering memorable displays throughout the game.
First-choice Eleven
Dean Henderson Had little to do required during the opening 45 before forced to intervene from an opponent's bent shot. One well-timed sliding tackle on an Albanian attacker showed his anticipation. Six out of ten
The debutant Examined by Albania’s biggest threat through their forward. Played in a central role initially but moved to the flank after Saka came on. 7
The defender Advanced into midfield on the ball, a familiar role previously. At times lacked urgency in possession with the tactic was shelved by the interval. 6
Dan Burn A constant threat from dead balls, as always, could serve as another option to his teammate in the backline as opposed to paired with him. One wayward pass later in the match came close to a goal for the visitors. Six
Nico O’Reilly A further assured performance from the youngster following his initial appearance against another side. Saka was unable to take the opportunity from an exquisite backheel over their defense. The left-back spot is his to lose so soon. 7
Adam Wharton His maiden beginning in an England shirt. Slightly loose when playing out though his whipped set-pieces caused problems. A useful game manager for the coach to utilize versus teams who drop deep. Booked after a reckless tackle. Six
The midfielder Crosses from dead balls and set-plays caused problems. Enjoyed room to drift down the left flank but was in an offside position upon receiving with a chance to score. Granted a well-earned substitution around the 60-minute point. Six
The star midfielder Played in a high role on the right and also did plenty of dirty work. Showed flashes of quality but mishit a shot wide. Replaced late on for a teammate, his rival, after receiving a caution. 7
The winger Had England’s best chance of the first half, his strike well saved from Thomas Strakosha. As a teammate staying deep, he had to provide width out wide although his balls from wide areas were inconsistent. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. Six
Harry Kane The match-winner netting seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth goals at international level. The first a trademark poacher’s finish and the second an excellent header having drifted away from his marker. Now 32, his form is unwavering with the national team have every chance next summer with him leading the line. 8
Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play from the left. Was presented with a good opening after being played in from a teammate yet Strakosha denied him. Rashford produced a bigger an impact when substituted. 5
Substitutes
- Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp connecting well with the striker in a preferred position, Six
- Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Failed to convert although his set-piece led to the breakthrough, Six
- Marcus Rashford (for the attacker 75) Energetic upon introduction and set up the second goal with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7
- Elliot Anderson (for Wharton in the 75th minute) Seems settled at this level, 6/10
- Morgan Rogers (replacing the star 84) Too brief a spell to make an impact, 6/10
