Squad Evaluations: England Triumph Secured by Harry Kane's Double in World Cup Qualifier

In a impressive performance, the English national team secured another victory versus their opponents, with a number of squad members turning in notable displays during the match.

Starting XI

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested required during the opening 45 before called into action from Arbër Hoxha’s bent shot. His sliding tackle on Qazim Laci demonstrated his game intelligence. 6/10

Jarell Quansah Challenged against the opposition's primary attacker through Hoxha. Started through the middle initially later drifted to the flank after Saka was introduced. 7

John Stones Pushed forward on the ball, a familiar role previously. Sometimes lacked urgency on the ball with the experiment discontinued at half-time. 6

Dan Burn A constant threat at set pieces, as always, could serve as another option for his teammate in defense as opposed to alongside him. A careless ball after the break almost led to the first goal for the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly One more confident performance from the 20-year-old following his first cap against another side. Saka did not capitalize on the most of an exquisite flick over the opposing backline. His position is his to lose already. Seven

Adam Wharton A debut start for his country. Somewhat loose in possession but his dangerous deliveries were a threat. An effective pace-controller available to the boss to call upon against defensive opponents. Cautioned after a reckless tackle. 6/10

The midfielder Deliveries from dead balls and free kicks were dangerous. Enjoyed freedom to drift in left midfield but was offside upon receiving with a chance to score. Given a well-earned substitution on the hour mark. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Operated in a forward position out wide and also contributed with dirty work. Displayed flashes of quality and dragged an attempt wide. Substituted in the closing stages for a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s best chance in the opening period, his strike well saved by the Albanian keeper. With a teammate holding position, it fell to him to offer an outlet down the right side although his balls into the box varied in quality. Replaced with 15 to go. 6/10

The captain The match-winner netting two more finishes at international level. The opener a classic close-range tap-in and the second an excellent finish with his head after peeling away off his defender. Now 32, he continues to improve with the national team are strong contenders in future competitions when he's in the team. Eight

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to influence play on the left flank. Was presented with a decent opportunity when set up by Bellingham however the keeper denied him. His replacement had a greater an impact in his place. Five

Bench Players

  • Phil Foden (replacing Rice 63) Appeared sharp and linked up well with the striker in a natural spot, 6
  • Bukayo Saka (on for Eze 63) Failed to convert yet his delivery provided the opener, 6/10
  • Marcus Rashford (replacing the attacker 75) Energetic upon introduction and provided the captain's brace with a brilliant delivery to the far post, 7/10
  • Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, Six
  • Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Not enough time to make an impact, 6/10
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