Player Evaluations: The Three Lions Victory Secured by Kane's Brace in International Qualifier
During a impressive performance, England wrapped up one more triumph against Albania, featuring a number of squad members delivering notable displays throughout the game.
First-choice Lineup
The goalkeeper Had little to do required during the opening 45 before forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. A sliding intervention against Qazim Laci demonstrated excellent reading of the game. Six out of ten
Jarell Quansah Examined by Albania’s biggest threat through their forward. Played through the middle initially later drifted to the flank once Saka came on. 7
John Stones Advanced up the pitch on the ball, something he's known for previously. At times seemed hesitant on the ball and the experiment abandoned after the break. 6
The tall defender A constant threat at set pieces, as always, perhaps is another option for Stones at the back as opposed to paired with him. A careless ball in the second half almost led to an opener for the visitors. Six
Nico O’Reilly One more composed showing from the 20-year-old following his initial appearance against Serbia. A teammate did not capitalize on the most of an exquisite backheel over the Albania defence. The left-back spot is firmly his already. 7
The newcomer His maiden beginning in an England shirt. Somewhat careless on the ball however his inswinging deliveries caused problems. A handy pace-controller for the boss to utilize against teams who drop deep. Booked after a reckless tackle. 6
The midfielder Set-pieces from corners and free kicks created chances. Was given freedom to drift in left midfield yet found himself offside upon receiving in shooting positions. Granted a deserved break on the hour mark. 6
The star midfielder Functioned in a high position out wide and also put in dirty work. Showed glimpses of brilliance and mishit an attempt wide. Replaced towards the end for a teammate, his rival, after being booked. Seven
Jarrod Bowen Was presented with England’s clearest opportunity in the opening period, his effort well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. As a teammate holding position, he had to provide width down the right side although his balls from the touchline were inconsistent. Substituted late in the match. 6/10
Harry Kane The decisive figure scoring seventy-seventh and seventy-eighth strikes at international level. The opener a classic opportunist's goal while the second an excellent finish with his head having drifted away away from the opposition. At 32, he continues to improve and England are strong contenders next summer when he's in the team. 8
Eberechi Eze Found it tough to get into the game out wide. Had a presentable chance when set up from a teammate yet the keeper kept it out. Rashford made much more of effect in his place. Five
Replacements
- Phil Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Appeared sharp and combined well with the striker in a preferred position, Six
- Bukayo Saka (on for the winger 63) Spurned chances although his set-piece led to the opener, 6/10
- Rashford (for Bowen 75) Active upon introduction and set up Kane’s second with a brilliant delivery to the far post, Seven
- Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Appears comfortable at this level, Six
- Rogers (replacing the star with minutes remaining) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6/10
