England captain Harry Kane, with 69 goals in 103 appearances, feels fans take his scoring for granted. Now 31, Kane leads England under new coach Thomas Tuchel against Albania. He has also netted 76 goals in 82 games for Bayern Munich. Kane believes lack of team trophies cost him Ballon d’Or recognition despite scoring over 40 goals last season.
After the appointment of Thomas Tuchel as England’s new head coach, Harry Kane expressed feeling taken for granted by fans despite his record-breaking achievements. The 31-year-old striker, who holds the record as England’s top scorer with 69 goals in 103 appearances, will lead the team against Albania in their 2026 World Cup qualifying opener at Wembley on Friday.
Kane, now starring for Bayern Munich, has scored 76 goals in just 82 games for the German club, showcasing his consistent excellence. However, Kane feels that fans have grown bored of his goal-scoring feats, comparing his situation to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, who faced similar perceptions in their 30s. Despite his prolific record, Kane acknowledged that the lack of major trophies with England overshadows his contributions, as the team has not lifted a significant title since their 1966 World Cup win.
At Bayern, Kane is enjoying a successful season, helping the club reach the Champions League quarter-finals and closing in on another Bundesliga title. He believes playing for a club like Bayern has boosted his confidence and respect as a player. Kane admitted that winning team trophies is essential for Ballon d’Or recognition and remains determined to achieve that milestone this season.
