Harry Kane set to equal England appearance record alongside ‘scary’ Jude Bellingham

England manager Thomas Tuchel unveiled the motivation behind Harry Kane's continuous success, describing it as a relentless competitive spirit that drives him to break records. During a press conference, Tuchel emphasized that Kane's pursuit of personal milestones is not solely for his team's victory, but also for the records themselves.

Kane, the England captain, is on the verge of equaling the appearance record of Peter Shilton with 125 caps, should he play in the upcoming Nations League match against the Czech Republic. The milestone will mark another significant achievement in Kane's illustrious career. Currently, Kane is England's leading goalscorer with 89 goals, and he recently became Tottenham's all-time top scorer with 280 goals before transferring to Bayern Munich in 2023.

Since his move to Bayern Munich, Kane has reached new heights, breaking a 49-year record by becoming the fastest player to score 100 Bundesliga goals in his 98th league game. According to Tuchel, England's record goalscorer is built differently from other number nines in the world, as they pursue personal records in addition to contributing to their team's success.

Kane's remarkable form has made him a strong contender for the Ballon d'Or, which will be awarded later in October. Tuchel expressed confidence in Kane's abilities, stating that he performs at the highest level consistently. The manager also noted that Kane's role at Bayern Munich has brought him to a new level, both on and off the pitch.