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Harry Kane continues to write his name in the history books. The Bayern Munich star has etched his name into England football history by becoming the nation's all-time leading scorer at the FIFA World Cup. The England captain reached 11 World Cup goals during Saturday's group stage match against Panama, surpassing Gary Lineker's previous record of 10.
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Kane's strike, assisted by Jude Bellingham, doubled England's lead in a 2-0 victory and sparked jubilant celebrations among the Three Lions supporters. The milestone comes after Kane's strong tournament form, silencing critics and highlighting his enduring prowess as a goalscorer on the international stage.
Harry Kane breaks England World Cup scoring record against Panama
Lineker, who netted his 10 goals across the 1986 and 1990 tournaments, was among those quick to acknowledge the achievement. Kane now stands alone at the top of England's World Cup goalscorers list, cementing his legacy as one of the country's greatest ever forwards. England will look to build on this momentum as they progress through the 2026 competition.
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