England captain Harry Kane is set to achieve a significant milestone in his illustrious career. On Tuesday, when England hosts Finland in the UEFA Nations League at Wembley Stadium, Kane will become the 10th male footballer to earn his 100th cap for the national team.
The 31-year-old Bayern Munich forward, who is England’s all-time leading scorer with an impressive 66 goals in 99 appearances since his debut in 2015, is the first player to reach this milestone since striker Wayne Rooney in November 2014.
The Football Association (FA) will recognize this momentous achievement with a special pre-match ceremony, presenting Kane with a commemorative gold cap. The FA will also pay tribute to former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson, who passed away last month at the age of 76.
Joining an elite group, Kane will stand alongside footballing legends like Peter Shilton (125 caps), Wayne Rooney (120 caps), David Beckham (115 caps), and Steven Gerrard (114 caps) to name a few. This achievement solidifies Kane’s status as one of England’s greatest footballers, His dedication and consistent performance have made him an integral part of the national team’s success.