Former England captain Terry Butcher has drawn a parallel between Ballon d'Or winner Harry Kane and 1966 World Cup hero Bobby Moore, backing the striker to lead the Three Lions to Euro 2028 success. Kane recently surpassed Peter Shilton's record to become England's most capped male player, achieving his 126th appearance in the Nations League match against Croatia.
Kane marked his historic 126th cap with a match-winning penalty against Croatia, securing England's place in the Nations League quarter-finals. This latest milestone adds to his legacy as England's all-time top scorer, underscoring his enduring importance to the national team. Despite playing club football abroad, alongside other stars like Jude Bellingham and Anthony Gordon, Kane's commitment and performance for England remain paramount.
Roy Hodgson also recently lauded Kane, highlighting his significant role in England's recent international successes and stating he sees no weaknesses in the team with the striker at its core. The striker's career has been validated by his Ballon d'Or win, and his consistent ability to perform on the biggest stages continues to be a defining characteristic of his international career.
Butcher Compares Kane to Moore, Backs Him for Euro 2028 Glory
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- Terry Butcher compares Ballon d'Or winner Harry Kane to 1966 World Cup hero Bobby Moore and backs striker to lead England to Euro 2028 glory — Yahoo Sports,
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Other digests
- 2026-11-15 — Butcher Compares Kane to Moore, Backs Him for Euro 2028 Glory
- 2026-11-13 — Kane Breaks England Appearance Record, Scores Match-Winner Against Croatia
- 2026-11-12 — Kane Becomes England's Most Capped Male Player, Scores Winner
- 2026-11-11 — Kane to Break England Appearance Record in Nations League Clash