Key Highlights
- Harry Kane has scored 21 major tournament goals for England, a national record.
- Kane’s first two major tournament goals came against Tunisia at the 2018 World Cup.
- His stoppage-time header secured England’s 2-1 victory in Volgograd, Russia.
Harry Kane Sets England Major Tournament Scoring Record
Harry Kane has scored 21 major tournament goals for England, making him the country’s record scorer in that category. The milestone reflects Kane’s sustained impact for England across major international competitions.
Kane’s first major tournament goals came at the 2018 World Cup against Tunisia. He had failed to score at Euro 2016, but he ended that drought in England’s opening match against Tunisia while serving as captain.
Kane Scores Twice in England’s 2-1 Win Over Tunisia
Kane opened the scoring after a header from John Stones was saved. He reacted to the opportunity to put England ahead before Tunisia later drew level.
In stoppage time, Kane nodded in the winning goal to complete a 2-1 victory for England. The match was played in Volgograd, Russia, and gave Kane his first two major tournament goals for the national team.
Why This Matters
Kane’s record of 21 major tournament goals places his scoring achievements at the center of England’s history in international football. His goals against Tunisia also marked the beginning of his major-tournament scoring record after Euro 2016 had passed without a goal from the England captain.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many major tournament goals has Harry Kane scored for England?
Harry Kane has scored 21 major tournament goals for England, which is a record.
When did Kane score his first major tournament goals for England?
He scored his first two major tournament goals against Tunisia at the 2018 World Cup.
How did England beat Tunisia?
Kane scored the opener and a stoppage-time winner as England defeated Tunisia 2-1 in Volgograd, Russia.
