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Kane becomes England's top World Cup scorer - and now chases other greats
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Kane becomes England's top World Cup scorer - and now chases other greats

BBC Sport · Jun 28, 2026, 1:54 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Key takeaways

  • Figure caption, Kane breaks England World Cup goals record to double lead against Panama
  • Harry Kane broke Gary Lineker's record to become England's all-time leading World Cup scorer when he struck during Saturday's 2-0 win against Panama.
  • The Three Lions captain doubled his side's lead when headed home superbly from Jude Bellingham's cross in the second half.

Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.

Figure caption, Kane breaks England World Cup goals record to double lead against Panama

Harry Kane broke Gary Lineker's record to become England's all-time leading World Cup scorer when he struck during Saturday's 2-0 win against Panama.

The Three Lions captain doubled his side's lead when headed home superbly from Jude Bellingham's cross in the second half.

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