Harry Kane has become England's all-time leading scorer in FIFA World Cup history after netting his 11th World Cup goal during England's 2-0 victory over the Panama national football team in Group L. The historic strike saw the England captain surpass the long-standing record of 10 World Cup goals held by Gary Lineker for 36 years.
Kane scored in the 67th minute, heading home a cross from Jude Bellingham to double England's lead after Bellingham had opened the scoring earlier in the second half. The goal was Kane's third of the 2026 tournament and his 11th overall across three World Cup appearances.
Speaking after the match, Kane described the achievement as a "proud feeling," saying that the World Cup is the biggest stage in football and breaking the record was a special moment in his career. England manager Thomas Tuchel praised his captain's hunger and determination, while Bellingham called Kane "the best England player of all time."
The record further cements Kane's legacy as one of England's greatest-ever footballers. He is already the nation's all-time leading international scorer with 82 goals and now stands just one goal behind Brazilian legend Pelé on the all-time World Cup scoring charts.
England's win over Panama ensured they finished top of Group L and advanced to the Round of 32 with growing confidence. With Kane in prolific form and chasing more records, the Three Lions will believe they have a genuine chance of ending their long wait for another World Cup title.
