Bayern Munich’s star striker Harry Kane delivered a jaw-dropping performance on Tuesday, scoring four goals in his team’s 9-2 annihilation of Dinamo Zagreb in the UEFA Champions League. This incredible feat set a new record for the most goals scored by a team in a single Champions League match, propelling Kane to new heights in European football history.
The first half saw Bayern Munich in total control, with three goals before halftime. Kane opened the scoring with a 19th-minute penalty, marking his 33rd goal in the European Cup. This achievement makes him the highest-scoring English player in Champions League history, surpassing Wayne Rooney’s record of 30 goals.
Coming off a hat-trick in the Bundesliga against Holstein Kiel on Saturday, Kane continued his red-hot form by becoming the first player to score a hat-trick of penalties in a Champions League match. His remarkable tally in this game further solidifies his standing as one of Europe’s top strikers.
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Bayern’s dominant 9-2 victory marked the second-biggest winning margin in Champions League history, with only Liverpool and Real Madrid’s 8-0 wins topping it. The game also approached the record for the most goals scored in a Champions League match, set by Borussia Dortmund’s 8-4 win over Legia Warsaw in 2016.
Reflecting on his four-goal performance, Kane said, “It’s the first time I’ve ever had three penalties in one game. It was a different feeling, but to score four goals is fantastic. To help the team in any way possible is important, whether they’re penalties or normal finishes.”
Bayern Munich’s victory was more than just a statement – it was a historic night in football that fans won’t forget anytime soon. Kane’s incredible form continues to capture attention as he breaks records and leads his team to glory in Europe’s most prestigious competition.
