Harry Kane tied Gary Lineker's record for the most FIFA World Cup goals scored for England during a match against Croatia on June 17, 2026.
This achievement places Kane in an elite tier of English football history, as he now shares the record for the most goals scored by an England player across all World Cup tournaments.
Kane scored two goals in the first half of the match [1]. This brace contributed to a 4-2 victory for England over Croatia [2]. The performance brought Kane's total World Cup goal tally to 10 [3], which matches the long-standing record previously held by Gary Lineker [3].
The match served as a critical group-stage encounter in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. By securing these goals, Kane has moved into a position to potentially become the sole record holder for England in future matches of the tournament.
Lineker's mark had stood as the benchmark for England strikers for decades. Kane's ability to reach this milestone during the current campaign highlights his consistency on the global stage, a feat that few players in the history of the national team have approached.
“Harry Kane tied Gary Lineker's record for the most FIFA World Cup goals scored for England.”
Kane's ascent to the top of England's World Cup scoring charts signifies a shift in the national team's offensive legacy. By equaling Lineker's record, Kane has transitioned from a prolific regular striker to a historical figure in English sports, putting him within reach of becoming the most successful goalscorer in the country's World Cup history.
