England 1, Albania 0 (half-time)
Hat-trick supremo Michael Owen is yet again the hero for England as his goal in the 44th minute separates his side and Albania at half-time.
Owen volleyed home after a Paul Scholes high ball down the middle in the second last minute of the half.
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