Harry Kane scored again as Bayern Munich secured a win at Cologne, propelling the Bavarian giants to the top of the German Bundesliga table.
Kane’s goal in the 20th minute marked his 18th in just 12 league matches, establishing a record as the first Englishman to reach such a tally in a Bundesliga season.
The pivotal moment occurred when Kane seized the opportunity from Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting’s shot, cleared off the line, and swiftly slotted the ball home from close range.
This lone strike secured a vital victory for Thomas Tuchel’s squad, propelling Bayern ahead by one point over Bayer Leverkusen, who were scheduled to play against Werder Bremen on Saturday.
Kane sets Bundesliga records
According to reports, Kane has made history in the Bundesliga as the highest-scoring Englishman in a single season, surpassing Jadon Sancho’s achievement in the 2019/20 season with Borussia Dortmund.
Furthermore, the former Tottenham Hotspur star has secured his spot in the record books by becoming the first player in Bundesliga history to reach 18 goals within the first 12 matchdays of a season, according to Opta Statistics.
What Kane said after Bundesliga milestones
“I’m feeling good. I feel at home here,” he told reporters after the game.
“Everyone’s welcomed me well from the players, the staff, the club, the fans and I just want to repay them every time I step out onto the pitch.
“We’ve got fantastic players around me who are creating chances for me, so I’ve just got to make sure I’m in the right place at the right time.
What’s next for Harry Kane and Bayern?
Having already secured their position at the summit of Group A in the Champions League with four consecutive victories, Bayern Munich is set to host second-placed Copenhagen on Wednesday, November 29.
They will resume league action on Saturday, December 2, with a home match against FC Union Berlin.