Harry Kane smashed a 49-year-old Bundesliga record by reaching 100 goals in just 98 appearances for Bayern Munich during a 7-0 victory over Union Berlin, according to reporting from Sky Germany. The England captain surpassed the previous benchmark set by Cologne’s Dieter Müller in 1977, who needed 129 matches to hit the century mark.
How Kane Shattered the Bundesliga 100-Goal Record
Kane reached the milestone faster than any player in league history, maintaining a scoring pace that averaged a goal every 78.5 minutes since his 2023 arrival. The historic moment came in the 39th minute when Kane blasted home a penalty against Union Berlin. He quickly added his 101st league goal early in the second half by nodding in a cross from Michael Olise.
Did you know? Harry Kane has scored 152 goals in 154 total appearances for Bayern Munich across all competitions, including 61 goals in 51 matches during the previous campaign.
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Speaking to Sky Germany after the match, Kane expressed pride in his swift adaptation to German football. “I’m very proud to have now scored 100 and 101 Bundesliga goals. I haven’t been around that long. I’ve loved every second of it,” Kane told Sky Germany, acknowledging teammates Michael Olise, Luis Díaz, and Jamal Musiala.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many games did it take Harry Kane to score 100 Bundesliga goals?
Harry Kane reached 100 Bundesliga goals in 98 appearances for Bayern Munich, breaking the previous record of 129 games set by Dieter Müller in 1977.
What was the previous record for the fastest 100 Bundesliga goals?
Cologne’s Dieter Müller held the record for 49 years, having reached the 100-goal milestone in 129 matches.
How many total goals did Harry Kane score last season?
Kane scored 61 goals in 51 appearances across all competitions for Bayern Munich during the previous season.
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