Kane becomes England's all-time top World Cup scorer

Harry Kane has cemented his status as England's greatest World Cup goalscorer, achieving a new personal milestone with his 11th tournament goal against Panama. The striker's decisive header, assisted by Jude Bellingham, not only secured a 2-0 victory for England but also propelled him past Gary Lineker's long-standing record of 10 goals.

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It's a proud record. I said before the tournament that the World Cup is the biggest stage for a footballer, and to get 11 goals in this tournament is something I'm really proud of.

Speaking after the match, Kane expressed his immense pride in the accomplishment. "It's a proud record," he told the BBC. "I said before the tournament that the World Cup is the biggest stage for a footballer, and to get 11 goals in this tournament is something I'm really proud of." He added that the record still felt surreal and that he hoped it would not be his last in the ongoing competition.

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I still can't quite believe it. For now, I just want to enjoy this moment with the team and celebrate being group winners. I never take these moments for granted. It's another significant milestone, and I hope it's not the last one in this tournament.

Kane's record-breaking performance comes as England secured their position as Group L winners, advancing to the Round of 32. The Bayern Munich star, who also scored three goals in the group stage, is now in contention for the Golden Boot. His teammate Jude Bellingham lauded Kane's consistency and impact, calling him "one of the best players in England's history" and a player who reliably makes a difference on the field.

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It's an honor to play with him. He's one of the best players in England's history. He's been consistent for the national team for longer than anyone.

This achievement adds another chapter to Kane's storied World Cup career. He previously won the Golden Boot at the 2018 Russia World Cup with six goals and reached the semifinals. In the 2022 Qatar World Cup, he scored twice but faced disappointment after missing a crucial penalty against France in the quarterfinals. With this new record, Kane aims to lead England further in the 2026 tournament.

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His performances are unbelievable right now. He's a player you can rely on to make a difference in games.