Harry Kane Celebrates 100th England Cap with Stunning Brace
Harry Kane’s remarkable career reached a new milestone as he celebrated his 100th England cap with a stunning brace against Finland in the Nations League. The Tottenham Hotspur striker’s goals sealed a 2-0 victory for the Three Lions at Wembley Stadium.
Kane’s first goal came in the 58th minute, as he received a pass from Trent Alexander-Arnold and unleashed a blistering strike that cannoned into the net off the underside of the crossbar. His second goal followed in the 76th minute, with Noni Madueke setting up the striker for a clinical finish from close range.
The goals marked Kane’s 68th and 69th for England, moving him closer to Wayne Rooney’s record of 120. Kane is now the third England player to score on their 100th appearance, joining Rooney and Bobby Charlton.
England’s interim manager, Lee Carsley, praised Kane’s performance, saying, “His finishing is very good, even in training. It’s not a surprise when he scores goals as his habits are so good.”
Carsley also oversaw a 2-0 victory against Ireland in his first game in charge on Saturday, making him the first England manager to win his first two competitive games since Fabio Capello in 2008.
Carsley’s attacking game-plan has been a stark contrast to his predecessor Gareth Southgate’s conservative tactics. The former England Under-21 coach gave a first Three Lions start to Lille midfielder Angel Gomes, who made a solid impact, while Chelsea winger Madueke set up Kane’s second goal after coming off the bench for his debut.
Kane’s performance was a reminder of his enduring quality and his ability to inspire his teammates. The striker has shown no signs of slowing down, and he remains one of the most feared forwards in world football.
