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Harry Kane Set to Become England’s Record Appearance Maker with 126th Cap
12 Nov 2026
England captain Harry Kane is set to earn his 126th international cap on Thursday, a figure that would make him the country’s outright record appearance holder, according to The Guardian.
The report said the appearance would take Kane beyond Peter Shilton’s long-standing benchmark for England men’s internationals. Kane, who has led the national team as captain, has already established himself as one of the side’s most capped players, and Thursday’s match is expected to move him into first place on the all-time list.
The Guardian framed the milestone as the result of Kane’s sustained international career, noting the striker’s attention to detail as one factor behind his longevity at the top level. The publication also reported that his routine has included structured recovery and preparation methods as part of his professional approach.
If Kane does take the field on Thursday, the cap will formally give him sole ownership of the England appearance record.
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