Harry Kane breaks England appearance record with historic 126th cap

Harry Kane became England’s most-capped male player after making his 126th international appearance in the Three Lions’ 2-1 victory over Croatia at Wembley Stadium. The England captain surpassed former goalkeeper Peter Shilton, who previously held the record with 125 appearances, during Friday night’s Nations League encounter.

According to BBC Newsround⁠, Kane received a commemorative shirt from Prince William and a special plaque from Shilton to celebrate his achievement. The 33-year-old also received a replica England football from former Tottenham team-mate Luka Modrić on behalf of the Croatian squad.

Kane marked the occasion with his 92nd international goal, converting a second-half penalty after Morgan Rogers had opened the scoring in the 24th minute. Croatia briefly threatened England’s advantage after Jarell Quansah’s mistake allowed them to equalise, but Kane restored the lead five minutes later.

England held on for victory to secure qualification for next year’s Nations League quarter-finals.