Harry Kane Just Embarrassed Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo With a Ridiculous New Record
Look, we’ve all heard the endless debates about who’s the greatest: Messi or Ronaldo? The arguments have raged on for years, splitting living rooms and comment sections down the middle. But here’s the thing—while everyone’s been busy arguing about those two, Harry Kane quietly walked into the room and said, “Hold my tea.”
The England captain has just done something that neither Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo managed in their entire illustrious careers. And honestly? It’s kind of wild that we’re not talking about this more.
Kane’s Blistering Start to the Season
Harry Kane has been absolutely tearing it up for Bayern Munich this season. We’re talking 20 goals in just 12 games across all competitions in 2024-25. Twenty. Goals. In. Twelve. Games. Let that sink in for a moment.
To put this into perspective, Messi‘s fastest start to a season saw him reach 20 goals in 17 matches. Ronaldo? Thirteen games during the 2014-15 season. Kane just blew past both of them like they were standing still. This isn’t just good form—this is the kind of ruthless efficiency that makes defenders wake up in cold sweats.
And it’s not like he’s padding his stats against low-tier opposition either. Kane scored his 20th goal of the season against Club Brugge in the Champions League, slotting one home in the 14th minute of Bayern’s commanding 4-0 victory. That’s right—he’s doing this on Europe’s biggest stage, where the pressure is highest and the defenses are toughest.
Chasing Down English Legends
But wait, there’s more. Kane isn’t just breaking records held by foreign superstars—he’s coming for English legends too.
Wayne Rooney currently holds the distinction of being the only Englishman to score 25 Champions League goals for a single club (Manchester United). Kane is now just two goals away from matching that feat with Bayern. Two goals. At his current rate, that’s probably going to happen sometime next week.
And let’s not forget, Kane already has 21 Champions League goals from his time at Tottenham Hotspur. Combined with his Bayern tally, his European pedigree is undeniable. He’s not just some flash-in-the-pan striker—this man has been consistently elite for years.
Closing In on Lewandowski’s Bayern Record
As if that wasn’t enough, Kane is also on the verge of matching Robert Lewandowski’s record of 25 Champions League goals in his first 29 games for Bayern. Lewandowski, you know, the guy who was basically unstoppable during his time in Munich. Kane’s chasing down his legacy too.
Oh, and did we mention Kane reached 100 goals for Bayern faster than any player in Europe’s top five leagues? Because he did. He’s also notched his 400th career goal already, hitting that milestone against Borussia Dortmund. The man is a walking, talking goal machine.
Breaking Records for England Too
Kane’s brilliance isn’t limited to club football. He’s been rewriting the record books for England as well. His goal against Latvia brought his tally to 18 goals scored for England while playing as a Bayern player, surpassing Gary Lineker’s long-standing record of 17 England goals scored during his time at Barcelona.
Lineker held that record for decades. Kane just casually strolled past it. No big deal, right?
Bayern’s Domination and Kane’s Role
In the match against Club Brugge where Kane hit his 20th goal, Bayern absolutely dismantled their opponents. Lennart Karl opened the scoring on his Champions League debut—a nice touch—before the former Tottenham man doubled the lead. Former Liverpool winger Luis DÃaz made it 3-0 before halftime, and Nicolas Jackson wrapped things up with a fourth goal to complete the 4-0 rout.
Bayern are firing on all cylinders this season, and Kane is the spearhead of that attack. He’s not just scoring goals; he’s elevating the entire team around him. That’s what world-class strikers do.
The Elephant in the Room
So here’s the uncomfortable truth for Messi and Ronaldo fans: Harry Kane is doing things even they couldn’t do. Sure, both legends have had longer, more decorated careers filled with trophies and accolades. But in terms of pure goalscoring efficiency at the start of a season? The Englishman just set a new standard.
And honestly, it feels a little bit like justice for a player who spent so many years carrying Tottenham on his back without getting the silverware he deserved. Now at Bayern, surrounded by elite talent and a winning mentality, Kane is showing the world exactly what he’s capable of.
What’s Next for Kane?
If Kane keeps this up—and there’s no reason to think he won’t—he’s going to shatter even more records before the season is over. The scary part? He’s not slowing down. If anything, he looks hungrier than ever.
So while the world continues debating Messi versus Ronaldo, maybe it’s time to add Harry Kane into that conversation. Because right now, he’s playing football that belongs in the same breath as the all-time greats.
And if that makes some people uncomfortable? Well, tough. The numbers don’t lie.
