Harry Kane reacts to becoming second men's player to reach 50 England goals

Harry Kane has revealed his delight at becoming just the second men's player in history to reach 50 goals for the Three Lions.

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England striker Harry Kane has revealed his delight at becoming just the second men's player in history to reach 50 goals for the Three Lions, whilst also targeting the all-time goalscoring record.

The Tottenham forward racked-up his half-century on Tuesday evening by finding the net from the spot in England's 1-1 draw with Germany in Munich. He sent Manuel Neuer the wrong way having also won the penalty following a foul by Borussia Dortmund's Nico Schlotterbeck.

The referee did not initially give the spot-kick but the VAR recommended a second-viewing at the monitor, with the decision then eventually being given. Kane of course stayed cool to score and rack-up his 50th international goal.

He is now only the second men's player in history to reach the landmark, whilst he is only three strikes behind record holder Wayne Rooney. Speaking after the game, Kane expressed his thrill at having racked up his half-century.

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Harry Kane scores his 50th England goal (Image- Sports Illustrated)

He said: "A really nice feeling, you know. I had a couple of early chances in the game. Obviously the first one over the bar and then Neuer made a good save for the second.

"I love scoring goals, I've always loved scoring goals especially for my country. Whenever I can help the team, that's the most important thing. Good to bounce back with a result tonight, not an easy place to come and now we've got two games at home to try and get two wins."

Kane's goal secured what was an impressive point in Munich despite Gareth Southgate's men having been under the cosh for the majority of the tie. It also sees them secure their first point of the newest edition of the UEFA Nations League, with a clash against European champions Italy at Wembley Stadium to come.

Kane has underpinned the importance of heading into the game with the Azzurri and particularly the upcoming World Cup with positive momentum despite the setback against Hungary last time out.

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