“I’m still striving to further improve”- Harry Kane after scoring in record England outing

England captain Harry Kane says he remains hungry for more success despite reaching another major milestone in his international career.

Kane equalled Peter Shilton’s record of 125 appearances for England when he started in the Three Lions’ 3-0 win over Czechia in the UEFA Nations League.

The Bayern Munich striker marked the occasion with two goals, taking his England tally to 91. Kane’s form has also strengthened his case for the 2026 Ballon d’Or after an outstanding 2025/26 season with Bayern Munich.

Despite matching Shilton’s record, Kane says he is not satisfied with what he has achieved and wants to keep pushing for more. Speaking after the game, Kane said:

The screen inside the stadium shows a graphic highlighting Harry Kane of England becoming joint all time England appearance holder alongside former England player, Peter Shilton before the UEFA Nations League 2026/27 group phase match between England and Czechia (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

“To reach the highest level on a consistent basis you’ve always got to be hungry, you’ve always got to be striving for more.”

Harry Kane of England crosses the ball in the build up to his team’s first goal during the UEFA Nations League 2026/27 group phase match between England and Czechia (Photo by Paul Harding – The FA/The FA via Getty Images)

“I think sometimes players or people can reach the top and think it’s time to take their foot off the gas and that’s when you see players maybe fall.”