England might have had more in a high-intensity first half, Harry Kane seeing a shot blocked on the line and debutant Dan Burn going close with a thundering header. Albania, however, posed more trouble after the interval, finding time to work around their opponents press and look to send their wingers flying forward on the counter.

Thomas Tuchel has told Jude Bellingham that controlling his emotions and the urge to be everywhere on pitch will make him a better player for England. Bellingham saved England at Euro 2024 with his last-gasp bicycle kick against Slovakia – shouting “who else?

Jude Bellingham is set to be a key player for England under new boss Thomas Tuchel but the German has told the midfielder he must be more disciplined.