Player Ratings: England Win Sealed by Kane's Brace in International Qualifying Match
During a impressive performance, the English national team wrapped up a further victory versus Albania, with several squad members turning in standout performances throughout the game.
Starting Eleven
The goalkeeper Not a save required before the break until tested from an opponent's curled attempt. A sliding tackle against Qazim Laci demonstrated excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten
The debutant Examined by Albania’s main danger in Hoxha. Operated through the middle initially later drifted out wide after Saka came on. 7/10
The defender Pushed up the pitch when in possession, something he's known for before. On occasion lacked urgency on the ball with the approach discontinued at half-time. Six
The tall defender A nuisance at set pieces, per usual, could serve as another option for his teammate at the back rather than paired with him. One wayward ball in the second half almost led to an opener for the visitors. 6/10
The young full-back Another assured showing from the rising star following his debut versus another side. A teammate did not capitalize on the opportunity from a gorgeous touch behind the Albania defence. The role looks secure at this stage. Seven
The newcomer His maiden beginning for his country. A bit loose when playing out however his dangerous deliveries caused problems. An effective pace-controller for the manager to have against teams who drop deep. Cautioned for a poorly timed tackle. 6
Declan Rice Set-pieces from corners and free-kicks created chances. Had room to roam in left midfield only to be offside as the pass came in shooting positions. Granted a well-earned rest around the 60-minute point. Six
The star midfielder Operated in a forward spot on the right and also contributed with dirty work. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance and mishit a shot over. Replaced in the closing stages for Rogers, a fellow player, after being booked. Seven
Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s clearest opportunity of the first half, his shot smartly stopped from the Albanian keeper. As Quansah hanging back, he had to provide width out wide although his balls into the box were inconsistent. Taken off with 15 to go. Six
Harry Kane The difference-maker with his seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes in an England shirt. The first a typical close-range tap-in and his next a classy headed goal following a clever run off his defender. Aged 32, he continues to improve with the national team are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him leading the line. 8/10
Eberechi Eze Found it tough to get into the game out wide. Had a decent opportunity after being played in by Bellingham yet the keeper made the save. His replacement made much more of an impact in his place. 5
Bench Players
- Phil Foden (for a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively and combined effectively with Kane in a natural spot, Six
- Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Missed opportunities but his corner provided the first goal, 6
- Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen with 15 left) Lively upon introduction assisting the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the back post, Seven
- Anderson (for the midfielder 75) Looks established at this level, 6/10
- Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to make an impact, 6/10
