EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JUNE 27: Harry Kane #9 of England celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match between Panama and England at New York New Jersey Stadium on June 27, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Kane surpasses Lineker as England's top scorer in World Cup history

Gianluca Nesci
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Harry Kane stands alone as England's most prolific man at the World Cup.

The star striker delivered a 67th-minute header against Panama on Saturday to double his team's lead in its Group L finale. The goal was Kane's 11th career tally at the World Cup, breaking a tie with former striker Gary Lineker for most in England history at the tournament.

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Four of Kane's 11 career World Cup goals have come against Panama; he scored a hat-trick versus the same opponent in 2018.

"It is a proud one for sure," Kane told the BBC after the match. "I spoke before the tournament about the World Cup being the biggest competition we play as professional footballers, so to get to 11 goals is a proud feeling.

"It is always hard to take in. I just want to enjoy this moment with the team, enjoy being top of the table. I never take these moments for granted. Another good milestone to hit, and I hope it is not the last one in this tournament."

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