Harry Kane matches Rooney’s Champions League goal record in 2023
- Harry Kane scored his 30th career Champions League goal, equaling Wayne Rooney's record for English players.
- The goal was scored from a penalty in the 19th minute against Dinamo Zagreb.
- Kane's achievement underscores his significant impact at Bayern Munich since his transfer.
On a Tuesday in 2023, Harry Kane achieved a significant milestone by scoring his 30th career goal in the UEFA Champions League. This achievement allowed him to match the record previously held by Wayne Rooney for the most goals scored by an English player in the competition. Kane's goal came from a penalty in the 19th minute during a match against Dinamo Zagreb, following a foul on his teammate, Aleksandar Pavlovic. Since joining Bayern Munich a year ago, Kane has made a remarkable impact, netting nine Champions League goals. Prior to his transfer, he had scored 21 goals in the competition while playing for Tottenham Hotspur. This latest goal also marked Kane's 50th goal in just 50 appearances across all competitions for Bayern, showcasing his prolific scoring ability. In recent matches, Kane has been in exceptional form, scoring six goals in his last three games for both club and country. This includes two goals for England in his 100th international appearance and a hat trick for Bayern against Holstein Kiel in the Bundesliga. His consistent performance highlights his importance to the team and his ability to deliver in crucial moments. Kane's achievement not only cements his status as one of the top English players in Champions League history but also reflects his ongoing evolution as a player since moving to Germany. As he continues to break records, Kane's contributions will be pivotal for Bayern Munich's ambitions in both domestic and European competitions.