Harry Kane becomes England's most-capped men's player

On Thursday, November 12, 2026, 33-year-old Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane reached a historic milestone by becoming the most-capped men's player for England. During a Nations League match against Croatia at Wembley, Kane made his 126th appearance for the national team, officially surpassing the long-standing record of 125 caps previously held by legendary goalkeeper Peter Shilton. Before the kickoff, Kane, who recently won the Ballon d'Or, presented the trophy to the fans and received a commemorative token from Shilton himself.

The celebratory evening concluded with a 2-1 victory for England, securing the team's spot in the Nations League quarter-finals. Kane provided the decisive moment in the 64th minute, scoring his 92nd international goal from a penalty kick in front of 80,400 spectators. This performance further cemented his legacy, as he continues to extend his own national scoring record, which he originally broke in 2023. England manager Thomas Tuchel praised the captain’s dedication and the team's ability to deliver under pressure during this milestone event.