Harry Kane surpasses Pelé's World Cup goal tally as England advances
Harry Kane moved past Pelé on the World Cup scoring list, scoring twice in England's 4‑2 win over Croatia and later helping England beat DR Congo 2‑1 in the round of 32.
Harry Kane surpassed Pelé's World Cup goal tally, a fact confirmed by multiple outlets. Accounts differ on the exact number of Kane's World Cup goals: one source reports he has 13 goals, while another reports he has 10 goals.
England opened the tournament with a 4‑2 victory over Croatia on Wednesday. Kane scored a first‑half double, opening the scoring with a retaken penalty in the 12th minute after his initial effort was saved by Dominik Livakovic. Croatia equalised through Martin Baturina, after which Kane doubled his tally with a header from Declan Rice's corner. Croatia later drew level a second time through Petar Musa.
In the round of 32, England defeated DR Congo 2‑1.
Kane also became the second England player to score in three different World Cups (2018, 2022, 2026). Gary Lineker has 10 World Cup goals, and David Beckham scored in three different World Cups (1998, 2002, 2006).
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