Squad Assessments: England Win Secured by Harry Kane's Double in World Cup Qualifier

During a dominant showing, the English national team secured a further victory against their opponents, featuring multiple squad members turning in memorable displays during the match.

First-choice XI

The goalkeeper Not a save to perform before the break before tested from an opponent's bent shot. A sliding challenge against Qazim Laci demonstrated excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Examined by the opposition's biggest threat in Hoxha. Operated more centrally early on but moved wider after a teammate entered the fray. 7/10

John Stones Moved forward on the ball, as he has done previously. At times was too casual on the ball with the approach abandoned after the break. Six

Dan Burn A nuisance on corners and free-kicks, per usual, perhaps is a replacement to his teammate in the backline as opposed to alongside him. One wayward distribution in the second half came close to a goal for the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly A further confident display from the 20-year-old following his initial appearance against Serbia. Saka was unable to take full advantage of a clever touch over the opposing backline. The left-back spot looks secure at this stage. 7

The newcomer A debut start in an England shirt. Slightly sloppy when playing out however his dangerous set-pieces were a threat. A useful tempo-setter available to the boss to call upon against sides that sit back. Cautioned for a poorly timed foul. 6/10

The midfielder Crosses from corners and free-kicks were dangerous. Enjoyed room to drift in left midfield only to be in an offside position when the ball arrived in front of goal. Awarded a merited rest after an hour. 6

Jude Bellingham Operated in an advanced spot down the right and also put in defensive duties. Demonstrated flashes of quality and scuffed an attempt over. Replaced late on by Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. Seven

Jarrod Bowen Had the team's clearest opportunity in the opening period, his strike well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. As Quansah holding position, he had to offer an outlet out wide although his balls from the touchline were hit and miss. Replaced for the final quarter-hour. Six

Harry Kane The difference-maker scoring 77th and 78th strikes at international level. The opener a typical poacher’s finish and the second a superb headed goal after peeling away off his defender. Aged 32, he’s only getting better and the side are strong contenders in the upcoming tournament with him up top. 8

Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game out wide. Was presented with a presentable chance following a pass by the midfielder but the keeper denied him. His replacement produced a bigger influence when substituted. Five

Replacements

• Foden (for a teammate 63) Was bright connecting effectively with the striker in more familiar role, 6
• Saka (for Eze at the 63-minute mark) Missed opportunities although his set-piece created the first goal, 6/10
• Rashford (for the attacker with 15 left) Active upon introduction assisting the captain's brace with superb cross to the back post, 7
• Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, Six
• Morgan Rogers (for the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to influence the game, Six