Headline: Harry Kane Set to Become England’s Most Capped Player Against Croatia
Harry Kane will achieve a significant milestone by becoming England’s most capped player when he faces Croatia at Wembley on Thursday. The 33-year-old, a recipient of the prestigious Ballon d’Or, has netted a record 91 goals in 125 international appearances, a figure set to rise to 126 after the upcoming match.
In celebration of his success, we recount ten of Kane’s most memorable moments in an England jersey.
Debut Goal Against Lithuania
Kane commenced his England journey with a goal just 79 seconds into his debut, contributing to a 4-0 victory over Lithuania during the Euro 2016 qualifiers in March 2015. At the age of 21, and in his first season as a regular with Tottenham, he made an impact shortly after entering the match in the 70th minute, heading home a cross from Raheem Sterling at Wembley.
The BBC match report labeled him “the man with the Midas touch in front of goal this season.”
First Major Tournament Goal
Kane has a record of 21 major tournament goals for England. His first two came during the 2018 World Cup, where, as captain, he opened the scoring against Tunisia after John Stones’ initial shot was saved and then added a second goal in stoppage time, leading to a 2-1 win in Volgograd, Russia.
First England Hat-Trick
His inaugural hat-trick for England came during a World Cup group match against Panama in Nizhny Novgorod, with his team triumphing 6-1. Kane scored twice from the penalty spot and deflected a shot from Ruben Loftus-Cheek for one of his easiest career hat-tricks.
Golden Boot-Clinching Goal
In the 2018 World Cup, Kane became the second English player to win the Golden Boot, netting six goals overall. His sixth was a penalty that gave England a 1-0 advantage against Colombia in the last 16, and he also scored during the shootout to send England through.
Memorable Win Over Germany
Kane played a key role in England’s historic win over Germany, marking their first knockout victory against the footballing giants in 55 years. He scored from a Jack Grealish cross to secure a 2-0 victory at Wembley, progressing them to the Euro 2020 quarter-finals in 2021.
Takes England to Euro 2020 Final
One of the highlights of Kane’s career was scoring the extra-time winner against Denmark to propel England into the Euro 2020 final. Although he initially missed a penalty, he seized the rebound to secure a 2-1 victory, marking England’s first appearance in a major tournament final since the 1966 World Cup.
Becomes England’s Top Scorer
On March 2023, Kane surpassed Wayne Rooney, becoming England’s all-time leading goalscorer with his 54th goal during a Euro 2024 qualifying match in Naples. He scored from the penalty spot in a 2-1 victory.
Scores in Another Euros Semi-Final
In the Euro 2024 semi-final against the Netherlands, Kane equalized with a penalty after England fell behind early, contributing to Ollie Watkins’ last-minute winner that sent them to the final, marking his second European Championship semi-final goal.
Marks His 100th Cap with Two Goals
Kane celebrated his 100th England appearance with a golden cap and golden boots in a Nations League match against Finland in 2024, scoring both goals in a 2-0 win.
Saves England with DR Congo Double
During their 2026 World Cup campaign, Kane rescued England from potential elimination against DR Congo by scoring twice in the final 15 minutes, including a spectacular winner. He continued his scoring form in the subsequent round against Mexico, marking the match with an unforgettable post-match interview.
