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How far can Harry Kane's England record still run?

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Harry Kane now has 126 caps, more than Peter Shilton's 125, which makes him England's most-capped player. He passed the record on Thursday at Wembley, in a Nations League win over Croatia. Shilton was at the pre-match presentations, where Prince William gave Kane a framed shirt numbered 126.

Most England caps
  • Harry Kane126 caps
  • Peter Shilton125 caps

His penalty in that win made it 92 England goals. The next milestone is 100 England goals, which is still a way off.

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Kane's England goal totalSource: The New York Times · 13.11.2026

This year alone he has scored 14 goals for England, so his recent pace is strong. Sunday's match in Madrid against Spain decides top place in the group, another chance for Kane to add to his tally.

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England goals scored this yearSource: The New York Times · 13.11.2026

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