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Kane Makes History as England Grind Out Win
Harry Kane became England’s all-time leading men’s World Cup goalscorer as the Three Lions secured top spot in Group L with a gritty 2-0 victory over Panama at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Jude Bellingham broke the deadlock in the 62nd minute, finishing smartly from Bukayo Saka’s corner, before turning provider just five minutes later — whipping in a perfect cross for Kane to nod home from close range.
That header was Kane’s 11th World Cup goal, moving him one clear of Gary Lineker at the top of England’s all-time list. It was also his 82nd goal in 117 international appearances — numbers that cement his legacy as one of the finest strikers the game has ever seen.
A Performance of Two Halves
While the scoreline looks comfortable, England were far from their best. Panama frustrated Thomas Tuchel’s side for the first hour with a disciplined defensive shape, and England once again looked vulnerable at the back.
The injury crisis at full-back deepened when Jarell Quansah — already deputizing for the injured Reece James — was forced off in the second half. On a brighter note, Jordan Henderson came off the bench to become the first English player to represent his country at four different World Cups.
What’s Next: England vs DR Congo
England’s reward for topping Group L is a last-32 clash against DR Congo in Atlanta on Wednesday, July 1 at 5:00 PM BST (12:00 PM ET). The Congolese secured their place in remarkable fashion, coming from behind to beat Uzbekistan in a historic run to the knockout stages.
World Cup Knockout Picture
- Brazil vs Japan — Monday, June 29
- France vs Sweden — Tuesday, June 30
- Portugal vs Croatia — Could be Ronaldo & Modric’s last World Cup dance
- USA vs Bosnia-Herzegovina — Thursday, July 2 in San Francisco Bay
- England vs DR Congo — Wednesday, July 1 in Atlanta
FAQ
Q: How many World Cup goals has Harry Kane scored?
A: 11 goals — the most by any English men’s player in World Cup history, surpassing Gary Lineker’s 10.
Q: When and where is England vs DR Congo?
A: Wednesday, July 1 at 5:00 PM BST (12:00 PM ET) in Atlanta, USA.
Q: Where are the World Cup 2026 matches being played?
A: Across 16 venues in the USA, Mexico, and Canada — including Atlanta, Los Angeles, New York/New Jersey, Dallas, San Francisco, Miami, and Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca. The final will be at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey on July 19.
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