Harry Kane scores twice as England leads Croatia in World Cup opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 5:08 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Harry Kane was instrumental in England's 4-2 victory over Croatia in their FIFA World Cup opening match. The striker netted two goals, including a penalty and a header, matching Gary Lineker's World Cup total of 10 goals. Former England forward Emile Heskey praised Kane as the country's greatest-ever striker, noting his all-around contributions on the pitch. As England prepares for their next match against Ghana, Kane is set to earn his 116th cap, surpassing David Beckham's record on the all-time appearance list.
- •Kane scored a penalty and header in England's victory over Croatia.
- •He matches Gary Lineker's World Cup goals total with 10.
- •Emile Heskey calls Kane England's greatest-ever striker.
- •Kane to earn his 116th cap against Ghana next.
- •England's attacking options include Gordon and Madueke alongside Kane.
- 5:08 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-England star names Harry Kane country's best-ever striker following World Cup heroics
"Harry Kane has been hailed as England's greatest-ever striker by former Three Lions forward Emile Heskey, who believes the Bayern Munich star has surpassed his predecessors at the 2026 World Cup
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