England vs Argentina: Harry Kane Surpasses Wayne Rooney To Become Most Capped Outfield Player

England skipper Harry Kane has created a unique record for the Three Lions by becoming the most capped outfield player. The Bayern Munich forward, in the process, has overtaken former Manchester United player Wayne Rooney.

The ongoing second semifinal of the FIFA World Cup 2026 between Argentina and England at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta is Harry Kane's 121st match for the national side. Wayne Rooney, widely regarded as one of England's greatest footballers, made 120 appearances for the Three Lions between 2003 and 2018, scoring 53 goals. Harry Kane, meanwhile, has taken that benchmark to another level, netting 85 international goals for England. He has scored 14 goals in 17 FIFA World Cup matches for England, which is a record.

Harry Kane has once again led England's charge at the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a string of influential performances. The captain has featured in all six of the Three Lions' matches, underlining his importance to Thomas Tuchel's side. Kane has found the back of the net six times, making him one of the tournament's leading scorers, while also contributing an assist.

His only assist so far came in England's Round of 16 clash against Mexico at the iconic Estadio Azteca on July 5, where he set up Jude Bellingham in a crucial victory that booked England's place in the quarterfinals.

The overall record for the most international appearances for England is held by former goalkeeper Peter Shilton. Shilton played 125 matches for England during his 20-year-long career from 1970 to 1990.

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* Harry Kane's appearance tally is current and subject to increase.