Harry Kane surpasses Wayne Rooney with 121 England caps

England striker Harry Kane earned his 121st senior cap in the World Cup semi‑final against Argentina, overtaking Wayne Rooney’s 120‑appearance record. The milestone makes Kane the most‑capped England forward, with only Peter Shilton’s 125 caps remaining to claim the all‑time record.

Kane, who plays for Bayern Munich, has scored 85 goals for England and netted 14 at World Cup finals, making him the nation’s top scorer in tournament play. Reports indicate Saudi Arabian club Al‑Hilal have opened discussions about a possible transfer, highlighting the striker’s high market value.

The achievement adds to England’s campaign in the tournament, where they face Argentina in the semi‑final, and underscores Kane’s status as a key figure in the national team’s recent success.