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Harry Kane Sets New Bundesliga Scoring Record

Harry Kane Sets New Bundesliga Scoring Record

Kane becomes fastest player to hit 100 Bundesliga goals in Bayern's 7‑0 win

Harry Kane smashed the 100‑goal mark in just 31 Bundesliga games, leading Bayern Munich to a dominant victory over Union Berlin and cementing his place among the league’s greats.

When Bayern Munich rolled past Union Berlin 7‑0, it wasn’t just a victory to add to the club’s trophy cabinet – it was the night Harry Kane rewrote the Bundesliga record books. The England striker found the net twice, a cool penalty in the 39th minute and a tidy finish in the 54th, taking his league tally to 101 goals.

What makes that number extraordinary is the speed at which he got there. In only 31 appearances, Kane eclipsed the long‑standing benchmark set by German legend Dieter Müller, who needed 129 games to reach a century of goals for FC Köln. It’s a stark reminder of how quickly Kane has adapted to German football after swapping Tottenham’s white‑blue kit for Bayern’s red in 2023.

Teammate Michael Olise stole a few headlines of his own, contributing three goals and two assists – a performance that earned him the Player of the Match award. But it was Kane’s milestone that dominated post‑match interviews.

“Very proud, to be honest, to reach 100 goals in the Bundesliga,” Kane told the league’s official website, a hint of disbelief evident in his voice. “I did it in the Premier League, now doing it here feels special. Huge thanks to the lads around me.”

Since his arrival, Kane has already collected two Bundesliga crowns, two German Super Cups and a German Cup with Bayern. Across all competitions, he’s on 152 goals in 154 games – a strike rate that suggests the 200‑goal landmark is well within reach before the season ends.

Beyond club duties, Kane’s form has not gone unnoticed on the international stage. He was part of England’s run to the World Cup semi‑finals, netting six times, and he now sits among the 30 nominees for the 2026 Ballon d’Or – football’s most coveted individual accolade.

As the Bayern season heads into its final stretch, all eyes will be on Kane to see if he can keep this scoring spree alive. One thing’s certain: fans will be watching every touch, every run, and every celebration, hoping to catch a glimpse of another piece of history in the making.

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