"Dean Henderson Two important saves from Arber Hoxha to keep Albania at bay in the second half. Will be back-up to Jordan Pickford next summer. 6 Jarell Quansah Can be happy with this England debut in an unfamiliar position at right-back. He doesn't have a long-term future in the position but did a good job for his team. 7 John Stones Stepped into midfield at every opportunity. Just as adept in the middle of the park as he is in the heart of defence."
"Dan Burn Saw plenty of the ball but was no more than steady with his passing. Still questions over his ability against top international attackers. 6 Nico O'Reilly Was caught by a couple of lapses in concentration in the first half but grew into the game. Can be happy with his first two international caps. 6 Adam Wharton Showed flashes of the ability that marks him one of England's most promising central midfielders"
England secured a perfect World Cup qualification record with a 2-0 win over Albania in their final Group K fixture. Manager Thomas Tuchel selected a largely understrength starting XI in Tirana. Dean Henderson made two important saves and will remain back-up to Jordan Pickford. Jarell Quansah impressed on his England debut at right-back. John Stones stepped into midfield effectively and remained crucial. Dan Burn was steady in possession though doubts remain against elite attackers. Nico O'Reilly recovered from early lapses and grew into the game. Adam Wharton showed promising flashes but did not displace the usual starters. Declan Rice played as a number eight, while Jarrod Bowen and Jude Bellingham made limited but meaningful contributions and Eberechi Eze failed to sustain a consistent threat.
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