Harry Kane equaled England’s all-time leading goalscorer record at the World Cup, netting twice against Croatia. His two goals brought his tournament total to ten, matching Gary Lineker’s previous record from 1990. The 32-year-old striker also equaled David Beckham’s record of scoring at three different World Cups. Kane expressed feeling at his peak performance level following the victory. The performance followed a notable display by Lionel Messi, drawing attention to Kane’s contribution. England’s coach also praised the team’s performance and delivered a motivating speech after the match. This achievement solidifies Kane’s position as a key player for the national team.