Harry Kane breaks Wayne Rooney's all-time England record in first minute of World Cup semi-final vs Argentina

Harry Kane expanded his England legacy in the opening minute of the World Cup semi-final against Argentina, breaking Wayne Rooney’s all-time record for outfield appearances. His 121st England outing came as he took the pitch in North America, immediately moving past Rooney and making him England’s most capped outfield player in history, according to Opta. The milestone adds to a record-breaking year for Kane across club and country and highlights his scoring and influence at this tournament. Rooney’s international peak at major events has never been the same standard as his club record, but Kane has delivered more consistently in this World Cup campaign. Peter Shilton remains four caps ahead on 125, leaving further history within reach if England progress.