Kane equals Shilton’s England caps record with Czechia double
Harry Kane matched Peter Shilton’s England record of 125 caps by scoring twice in a 3-0 win over Czechia at Wembley.
What we know
- The 33-year-old captain reached Shilton’s appearance landmark with a clinical two-goal display.
- Jude Bellingham praised Kane’s influence throughout the England squad, describing him as an exceptional person who looks after everyone around him.
- Bellingham said Kane’s level is difficult to match, citing his goals, all-round contribution and leadership. He also called him England’s greatest-ever player.
- Czechia captain Vladimir Coufal put through an own goal while under pressure from Kane and said the striker’s record against him has been devastating, estimating Kane has scored around 12 times in their last five or six meetings.
- Coufal hailed Kane’s professionalism, commitment to England and ability to both finish and create, calling him the world’s best striker.
- Czechia coach Santi Denia said Kane’s love of football is central to his success, adding that the forward has the experience, quality and personality of one of the game’s elite players.
What happens next
Kane will now look to move beyond Shilton’s 125-cap mark in England’s next international fixture. His Wembley double has strengthened the spotlight on a captain still setting appearance milestones while continuing to deliver in front of goal.
