A legendary milestone
Harry Kane just secured his spot in the history books. On Tuesday night at Wembley, the England striker made his 125th appearance, officially tying Peter Shilton for the most caps in England men's team history. Real talk: this is a major W. Since his 2015 debut, Kane has been a main character for the national squad, and hitting this number after starting his fourth game in just 13 days proves he’s still built different.
The stats don't lie
Kane isn’t just stacking caps; he’s also holding the England scoring record with a massive 89 goals to his name. Even with this record-tying moment, he stayed focused on the vibes of the game itself, telling reporters before kick-off, “It’s always special and the excitement of what’s to come.”
While he’s reached the men's record, it's worth noting he's still chasing the all-time England appearances title held by Fara Williams, who racked up 172 caps. Still, the respect is high-key real. Peter Shilton, who set his record between 1970 and 1990, hopped on social media to congratulate the striker, saying the record Kane is about to set “might never be beaten.”
Why it matters
Kane has the chance to officially break the record and stand alone at the top when England takes on Croatia on November 12. Watching a player hit this kind of longevity while still dominating the pitch is rare. The plot thickens for England's next window, and honestly? We’re here for it.
