The 2025-26 season has witnessed extraordinary performances from Harry Kanewho now plays for Bayern Munich
According to OptaJoethe english striker has scored 20 goals in his first 12 official games, a number that puts him on a par with legends such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi in terms of scoring rate at the start of the season.
Harry Kane’s explosive start in Germany
Since he arrived at BayernKane has shown an immediate adaptation to German football. His 20 goals have come in competitions like Bundesligathe other The Champions Leaguethe other DFB-Pokal and German Super Cup. That number surpasses the best start of the season Messi (20 goals in 17 games) and Ronaldo (20 goals in 13 games in 2014-15 incl Real Madrid).
Kane – Messi – Cristiano: The exclusive club of goalscorers
At this rate, Kane has reached 400 club markto join the elite group of players who have surpassed that mark in professional soccer. His current average in The Champions League is 1.67 goals per gamemaking him the most effective striker in the tournament this season.
Recognition from the bench for Kane
Coach of Bayern Munich Vincent Kompany did not hesitate to praise his striker: “Messi and Ronaldo set the bar so high that what Kane does seems normal, but his is actually incredible.” A direct comparison with the two football stars reflects the effect Kane is in his first full campaign in Germany.
Harry Kane’s legacy continues to grow
At 32 years old, Kane isn’t just looking for titles with Bayernbut also establishing himself as one of the best strikers of his generation. His consistency, finishing skills and leadership have made him a key figure for both his club and the club The English national teamas he is also the top scorer of all time.
Is Harry Kane the new goalscorer?
With Messi in MLS and Ronaldo in The Saudi League, Kane has become a benchmark in Europe. If he maintains this pace, he could finish the season as the continent’s top scorer and strengthen his candidacy Ballon d’Or. The numbers back him up, and the debate about his place among the greats is more alive than ever.