Harry Kane scored his 41st league goal for Bayern Munich, becoming the top scoring English player in Bundesliga history

Harry Kane became the top scoring English player in Bundesliga history as he netted his 41st league goal for Bayern Munich in their impressive 5-0 victory against Werder Bremen. This new milestone is a testament to his incredible talent and ability to adapt to a new league, highlighting his significance not just for his club but also for English football.

In this match, Michael Olise and Jamal Musiala established a solid foundation for Bayern, securing a two-goal lead by half-time. Kane’s strike was expertly executed, as he slotted the ball past Werder’s goalkeeper, Michael Zetterer, from the edge of the box, showcasing his precision and awareness in high-pressure situations.

With this landmark goal, Kane surpassed Jadon Sancho, who previously held the record for the most Bundesliga goals scored by an English player with 40 goals during his time at Borussia Dortmund. The achievement places Kane in a fondly remembered category of greats who have played in Germany’s top league.

Former Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise was pivotal in this victory, not only by scoring the opening goal in the 23rd minute after a clever lay-off from Kane but also by assisting two additional goals. Olise displayed remarkable skill as he gracefully maneuvered past four Werder players to set up Musiala for a simple tap-in, before linking up once again with Kane for his historic strike.

The scoring didn’t stop there; Serge Gnabry further elevated Bayern’s lead by curling in a fantastic low finish into the bottom right corner in the 65th minute, sealing the comprehensive win for the Bavarian giants. This resilient performance ensures that Vincent Kompany’s side remains at the top of the Bundesliga table, now boasting a perfect record of four wins from four matches.

Kane’s remarkable week continued as he had already achieved another milestone just days earlier by becoming the top English scorer in Champions League or European Cup history. He accomplished this impressive feat by scoring four goals during Bayern’s 9-2 triumph over Dinamo Zagreb, demonstrating his prowess on both domestic and European stages.

Looking at the records, it took Jadon Sancho 118 matches across two spells at Dortmund to amass his 40 Bundesliga goals, while Kane reached the same milestone in a mere 36 matches. This remarkable feat highlights his natural scoring instinct, work ethic, and ability to thrive in the competitive environment of the Bundesliga. Sancho only broke the previous record last season, which was set by Tony Woodcock, who garnered 39 goals in 131 appearances for Cologne in the 1980s, illustrating just how extraordinary Kane’s achievement is in the context of the league’s history.