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Kane Messi-esque for England

Harry Kane's Messi-like importance to England has been highlighted as the striker continues his World Cup form with five goals in the 2026 tournament.

England striker Harry Kane has been described as Messi-esque in his value to the national team, with former international Stan Collymore emphasizing his importance. The Bayern Munich frontman has scored five goals at the 2026 World Cup, adding to his tally of 84 international goals and 61 club goals last season. moryak.biz

Collymore noted that England would struggle to replace Kane's consistent output, with concerns about the lack of emerging strikers in the national team setup. The 2026 tournament has seen Kane open with a brace against Croatia and score dramatic goals in England's matches against DR Congo and Panama.