Comparing Harry Kane’s Speed to 70 International Goals with Messi and Ronaldo

Harry Kane has joined an elite group of footballers by scoring his 70th international goal for England, sparking comparisons with legends Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. The England captain reached this milestone in fewer games than both Messi and Ronaldo, highlighting his prolific scoring rate on the international stage.

Kane achieved his 70th goal in his 89th appearance for England, a testament to his efficiency in front of goal. In comparison, Messi took 127 games to reach the same number of goals for Argentina, while Ronaldo needed 106 matches for Portugal. This comparison underscores Kane's remarkable consistency and goal-scoring prowess, especially considering the competitive nature of international football.

While Messi and Ronaldo have scored more goals overall, with 106 and 128 international goals respectively, Kane's quicker pace to 70 goals is noteworthy. It reflects not only his skill but also the tactical roles he has played under different managers for England, often being the focal point of the team's attack.

This achievement has reignited debates about Kane's place among the world's top strikers and whether he can continue to challenge the records set by Messi and Ronaldo. As England looks forward to future tournaments, Kane's role will be crucial, and his journey to further milestones will be closely watched by fans and pundits alike.

• Cristiano Ronaldo
• Harry Kane
• Lionel Messi