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Harry Kane double as England complete perfect World Cup qualification campaign

Harry Kane of England celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Albania and England at Air Albania Stadium on November 16, 2025 in Tirana, Albania
Harry Kane of England celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Albania and England at Air Albania Stadium on November 16, 2025 in Tirana, Albania (The FA via Getty Images)
  • England completed a perfect World Cup qualification campaign, securing an eighth consecutive victory against Albania.
  • Thomas Tuchel's side won 2-0 in Tirana, marking a successful end to their first year under the German coach.
  • Harry Kane scored a late brace, netting in the 74th and 82nd minutes, to secure England's win.
  • England finished Group K with eight wins and eight clean sheets, a unique achievement for a European side in World Cup qualifiers.
  • Key contributions included Dean Henderson's crucial saves and assists from substitutes Bukayo Saka and Marcus Rashford for Kane's goals.

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