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England's greatest international? Kane is now a serious contender

England's greatest international? Kane is now a serious contender

Summary

Harry Kane is set to match Peter Shilton's record of 125 appearances for the England national football team. Kane is England’s top goalscorer with 89 goals in 124 games and is considered one of the country’s most important players in recent years.

Key Facts

  • Kane will equal 125 caps, the most appearances by an England player, if he plays against the Czech Republic.
  • He has scored 89 goals for England, more than any other player.
  • Kane started his England career in 2015 by scoring within the first two minutes of his debut.
  • He has scored 21 goals in 36 major tournament games, leading England’s scoring in those events.
  • Kane has scored 36 more goals than England’s second-highest scorer, Wayne Rooney (53 goals).
  • Other England football legends include Bobby Moore (World Cup-winning captain), Sir Bobby Charlton, and Sir Geoff Hurst.
  • Former player Danny Murphy says Kane’s record and longevity make him one of England’s all-time great footballers.
  • Kane, at 33 years old, remains an active and key player for England.
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