Harry Kane is central to England's World Cup aspirations, entering the tournament after a prolific club season with Bayern Munich, where he scored 61 goals in 51 games. His exceptional form has placed him among the favourites for the Ballon d'Or. Kane has started his World Cup campaign strongly, scoring a brace in England's 4-2 victory over Croatia. Despite facing stiff competition for the Golden Boot from players like Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe, Kane's club success, including 36 goals in 31 Bundesliga matches and a hat-trick in the DFB-Pokal final, highlights his elite scoring ability. He previously won the Golden Boot at the 2018 World Cup. His current World Cup record stands at 10 goals in 12 appearances, with two goals already in the 2026 tournament.