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History maker! Harry Kane breaks Peter Shilton's all-time England appearance record with 126th Three Lions cap

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History maker! Harry Kane breaks Peter Shilton's all-time England appearance record with 126th Three Lions cap
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Harry Kane has become England's most-capped men's football player, reaching 126 appearances for the national team. This milestone follows his recent Ballon d'Or win and cements his status as a legendary figure in English football.

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The achievement marks a significant historical moment in international football, highlighting the longevity and impact of a top-tier athlete.

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Harry Kane has officially etched his name into the history books as England's most-capped player of all time. By leading the line against Croatia at Wembley, the Three Lions captain has reached a milestone that many thought might never be surpassed.

The 33-year-old striker is set to make his 126th senior appearance for his country after being named in the starting XI for Thursday's Nations League encounter.

In doing so, Kane eclipses the long-standing record of 125 caps set by legendary goalkeeper Peter Shilton between 1970 and 1990. Shilton, who maintained his position at the summit for over three decades after retiring, is in attendance at Wembley to witness his tally being overtaken and will make a special presentation to the England skipper on the pitch ahead of kick-off.

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