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Kane double secures England's perfect record
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Not only did the brace cap off a perfect 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying run for Thomas Tuchel’s side, but it also gave Kane yet another individual goalscoring accolade. The England skipper can now say he has found the back of the net more times on the international stage than three-time World Cup winner Pelé.
Harry Kane scored both goals as England beat Albania in their eighth and final World Cup qualifier to go into next summer's tournament with maximum points and no goals conceded
Thomas Tuchel and assistant coach Anthony Barry have both spoken of the importance of set pieces for next summer’s tournament.
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Bayer Leverkusen's Jarell Quansah was presented with his legacy cap by Bayern Munich's Harry Kane after making his senior England debut in the 2-0 FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying victory over Albania.
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England top scorers of all time: Complete list of most goals with Harry Kane, Wayne Rooney, Gary Lineker and legends
Harry Kane always looked destined to break the all-time England record, and did so in 2023 with his goal against Italy in the Euro 2024 qualifier.
England are on the brink of a flawless World Cup 2026 qualifying campaign, with their sights set on the competition draw. Thomas Tuchel's squad have secured victories in all seven of their qualifiers to date.