Kane beats Messi, Ronaldo to epic goal landmark

England captain Harry Kane has eclipsed Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in reaching a remarkable career milestone, becoming the fastest player in history to score 400 senior goals across club and international football.

The Bayern Munich striker achieved the feat in his side’s recent Bundesliga fixture, netting twice to reach the 400-goal mark in just 635 professional appearances — fewer games than either Messi or Ronaldo required to hit the same total.

Kane’s latest goals continue a prolific run since joining Bayern from Tottenham Hotspur in August 2023 for an initial €100 million. The 31-year-old has maintained exceptional form in Germany, registering over 50 goals in all competitions during his debut season and emerging as a central figure under manager Thomas Tuchel’s attacking system.

The record further cements Kane’s reputation as one of the most consistent forwards of his generation. Known for his clinical finishing, spatial intelligence, and ability to drop deep to create play, he has adapted seamlessly to the Bundesliga, adding creative versatility to Bayern’s high-tempo style.

For England, Kane remains the all-time leading scorer with over 60 goals, a testament to his longevity and elite-level consistency. His latest milestone places him in elite company among modern football’s greats and strengthens his case as one of Europe’s most complete centre-forwards.

While Messi and Ronaldo have dominated the global scoring charts for over a decade, Kane’s achievement signals a new chapter in football’s evolving hierarchy of goal scorers. With several peak years still ahead, the Bayern star appears well-positioned to challenge further all-time records in both domestic and international football.