Record-Breaking Night: Kane and Pickford Make History for England
The England national team sees two historic milestones in tonight's match, as Harry Kane and Jordan Pickford continue to write their names in the Three Lions' record books.
England faces Norway in the quarter-finals, with both sides vying for a spot in the semi-finals where the winner of the next match between Argentina and Switzerland awaits.
Opta reported that captain Harry Kane is making his 120th international appearance for England tonight, equaling Wayne Rooney's record as the most capped outfield player for the Three Lions.
Only goalkeeper Peter Shilton, with 125 international caps, now stands ahead of Kane and Rooney in the all-time England appearance list.
Meanwhile, goalkeeper Jordan Pickford has achieved another historic milestone, playing his 18th World Cup match, making him the most capped English player in the tournament's history.
18 - Jordan Pickford will play his 18th World Cup match and become the English player 🏴 with the most appearances in the tournament.
Harry Kane, meanwhile, will earn his 120th cap and join Wayne Rooney in second place among the Three Lions' most capped players (125… https://t.co/nh5D118A8i
— OptaJean (@OptaJean) July 11, 2026
England advanced to the quarter-finals after eliminating hosts Mexico 3-2, while Norway beat Brazil 2-1 in the round of 16.
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Original source: Kooora
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