Kane nears record international, targets 100 goals for England

2 min – see us more often on Google – Harry Kane, 33, striker of Bayern Munich, is on the eve of a special milestone: he could play his 126th international for England on Thursday against Croatia.

Record international and new goals

With that 126th cap he becomes the sole record international for England.

At the press conference before the Nations League clash with Croatia the newly crowned Ballon d'Or winner said: “This is one of the biggest milestones of my career.”

He emphasized that this shows he consistently performs at the highest level and is proof of dedication and effort to stay fit.

Harry Kane set to become England's most-capped men's player against Croatia

Nevertheless he now focuses on the next historic benchmark: one hundred goals for England as quickly as possible.

With his 126th appearance he overtakes former goalkeeper Peter Shilton, who finished with 125 internationals.

Kane is already England’s all‑time top scorer, with 91 goals in his first 125 internationals.

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He says he has no intention of stopping, feels good and hopes to be able to show for many more years what else he can achieve.