Harry Kane's performance in England's World Cup qualifying matches has greatly impressed Thomas Tuchel. Kane netted two goals in the second half, leading England to a 2-0 victory over Albania on Sunday.
This win completed a flawless qualifying campaign for England, who topped Group K without conceding any goals. Kane's tally reached eight goals, bringing his international total to 78, surpassing Pele's record of 77.
Tuchel praised Kane's dedication, stating, "The investment from Harry in these matches is outstanding. He is so invested in everything we do. " Kane's commitment and skill have been evident throughout the campaign.
England achieved a remarkable feat by winning all their games in the FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign without conceding a goal. They became only the second European team to do so after Yugoslavia in 1954. This accomplishment highlights their defensive strength and overall team performance.
100% & 0 - England (8 games) are the second European team to win 100% of their games in a FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign without conceding, after Yugoslavia in qualification for the 1954 FIFA World Cup (4 games). Perfection. pic.twitter.com/oAHbMNGCFn OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) November 16, 2025
Kane has shown similar form for Bayern Munich, consistently scoring and contributing to the team's success. His physical condition and mindset are at peak levels, allowing him to deliver exceptional performances regularly. His ability to track back and find solutions during offensive plays is commendable.
Since the start of Euro 2020 qualifiers in 2019, Kane has scored more goals than any other European player in major tournament qualifiers. His tally stands at an impressive 40 goals across both World Cup and Euro qualifiers.
Looking Ahead
The Three Lions have set a new record by winning 11 consecutive competitive matches for the first time in their history. They eagerly await the draw on December 5 to learn their opponents for next year's tournament.
Kane's achievements and England's historic run underscore their readiness for future challenges on the international stage.
