Harry Kane has etched his name in English football history by surpassing Gary Lineker's 36-year-old record for most goals scored in World Cups.
The England captain achieved this monumental feat by scoring his 11th World Cup goal during the Three Lions' decisive victory over Panama. This historic strike moved him past Lineker, who had held the record with 10 goals since his playing days.
Remarkably, Lineker was present for this historic moment, albeit not in person at the stadium. He was watching the match alongside former footballer Micah Richards for their upcoming Netflix show, titled 'The Rest is Football'. This setting provided an immediate and personal reaction from the former record holder.
As the record was broken, Richards, in good spirits, couldn't resist playfully teasing Lineker about losing his long-standing achievement. This led to a light-hearted, yet expletive-filled, exchange between the two former professionals. Lineker, in a moment of jest, was heard telling Richards to "shut the f*** up."
Despite the initial jibe, Lineker later expressed genuine happiness for Kane's accomplishment. He admitted to being "thrilled" for the current England captain to break the record after such a significant period. Lineker described it as a "proud moment" for English football.
Kane, aware of the legacy he was surpassing, also reached out to Lineker. He sent a "cheeky message" to the former striker, acknowledging the significance of the moment and stating, "Sorry Gary, I'm one ahead of you now."
The England captain conveyed his immense pride in overtaking one of England's most revered World Cup strikers. The exchange highlights the camaraderie and respect that exists between generations of England's footballing elite.
This new record not only cements Kane's status as a modern-day legend but also adds another memorable chapter to England's World Cup narrative, with the reaction of a former icon adding a unique and entertaining dimension to the story.
