Harry Kane Continues to Set Scoring Records in Germany

Harry Kane maintained his impressive goal-scoring streak by setting a new record in Bayern Munich's 3-0 victory over Stuttgart on Sunday.

With two goals in the game, the 30-year-old became the fastest player to reach 20 Bundesliga goals. He achieved this milestone in just 14 games, surpassing the previous record set by Uwe Seeler by seven matches. The England international's second goal sealed his place in the record books.

Manchester City star Erling Haaland, then playing for Borussia Dortmund, scored 20 goals in just 22 games. "That was likely the best performance of the season," Kane said about Bayern's win, choosing not to focus on his own accomplishments.

We displayed impressive intensity in a significant game, with everyone, including the new players, performing well. The entire squad is essential for our success. Today's performance was outstanding, and we can take pride in that.

Kane scored a header in the second half to become the quickest player to reach 20 Bundesliga goals.

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It took Kane less than two minutes to score his first goal of the match. The visitors carelessly gave the ball away in their own half, allowing Bayern's Leroy Sané to break away.

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The forward maintained his composure as he maneuvered around the onrushing Stuttgart goalkeeper, then passed the ball to Kane who easily tapped it into the open net. Ten minutes into the second half, the striker scored his second goal by skillfully directing a header into the corner of the net from close range.

Kane has widened his lead as the top goalscorer of the season with four more goals. Following closely behind with 16 goals is Stuttgarts' Serhou Guirassy, who had a quiet game on Sunday. Meanwhile, Bayern defender Kim Min-jae scored the third goal, securing a crucial win in the Bundesliga title race for the hosts.

Bayern Munich, the Bundesliga champion, is currently in second place, trailing Bayer Leverkusen by four points with one game in hand. As they strive for their 12th consecutive Bundesliga title, Bayern will also be taking on Lazio in the round of 16 in the Champions League following the recent draw on Monday.