England’s captain Harry Kane continued to break records as he became the national team’s leading goal-scorer in the World Cup. Kane scored the team’s second goal in the 67th minute against Panama after Jude Bellingham opened the scoring in the 62nd minute.

This was Kane’s 11th World Cup goal, one more than Gary Lineker’s previous men’s record. It was Kane’s third goal of the tournament. Earlier, the England skipper scored a brace in 4-2 win against Croatia in the team’s opening game of the tournament.

After a 2-0 win against Panama, England advanced to the round of 32 as group winners, and they will face Congo DR in Atlanta on Wednesday.

“It is a proud one for sure,” Kane told the BBC. “I spoke before the tournament about the World Cup being the biggest competition we play as professional footballers, so to get to 11 goals is a proud feeling.

“It is always hard to take in. I just want to enjoy this moment with the team, enjoy being top of the table. I never take these moments for granted. Another good milestone to hit, and I hope it is not the last one in this tournament.”

Bellingham, on the other hand, said it is an honor to share the field with Kane, who continues to deliver for the Three Lions.

“It’s an honor to play with him,” Bellingham said. “He’s the best England player of all time; he’s the one who’s showed up more than anyone, more than any England player.

“He’s at a level at the moment which is just incredible. You just don’t doubt him, as you know he’s going to make a difference in the game.”

Thomas Tuchel was all praise for his skipper ahead of the round of 32 fixture.

“It is fantastic that he has this chance to break this record at a World Cup. He did this with us. Harry is an amazing state of mind, physically, as well,” England boss Thomas Tuchel said. “He is hungry to go all the way in this World Cup. He is not satisfied, which shows us the character and determination of him.”