Harry Kane Passes Lionel Messi For World Cup Record in England's Opener
Summary
Harry Kane scored two goals in England's opening World Cup match against Croatia, including a penalty that set a new record for the most World Cup goals scored by a player from England. Kane now holds the record for the most penalty goals scored at the World Cup with five, surpassing Lionel Messi and others.Key Facts
- Harry Kane scored a penalty goal in the first 12 minutes against Croatia.
- This goal was Kane’s 80th for England and broke the record for most World Cup goals by an England player.
- Kane now has five penalty goals at the World Cup, more than any other player.
- Lionel Messi had four penalty goals in the 2022 World Cup.
- Croatia tied the game 1-1 in the first half, but Kane scored again with a header to regain the lead.
- Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi are also scoring many goals in the tournament.
- England vs. Croatia was the first match of Group L in the World Cup.
- Panama and Ghana are scheduled to play later in the same group.
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