Harry Kane to Receive Second European Golden Shoe After Record Bundesliga Season
Harry Kane, the Bayern Munich striker, is set to receive his second European Golden Shoe on August 19, following an exceptional 2025-26 season in the Bundesliga. The England captain scored 36 league goals, securing his position as Europe's top scorer once again.
Kane Outshines Haaland and Mbappe
The striker outpaced Manchester City's Erling Haaland and Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe, who was the previous winner for the 2024-25 season. Kane's 36 goals earned him 72 points in the Golden Shoe rankings, confirming his dominance among Europe's elite forwards.
This marks Kane's second Golden Shoe, following his first win in the 2023-24 season. Across all competitions in 2025-26, he netted a record 61 goals for Bayern Munich.
Bundesliga Leadership Applauds Kane's Consistency
Marc Lenz, managing director of the Bundesliga, praised Kane’s impact:
"Harry Kane has been shaping the Bundesliga and international football for years with performances at an outstanding level. With 36 goals in the Bundesliga last season, he once again demonstrated his exceptional quality and goalscoring instinct. Winning the Golden Shoe for a second time is an extraordinary achievement and underlines his consistency at world-class level."
Bundesliga Continues to Showcase Europe's Best Scorers
Besides Kane, two other Bundesliga players ranked among Europe’s top scorers. Deniz Undav from VfB Stuttgart finished ninth, while Serhou Guirassy of Borussia Dortmund placed 13th.
Kane’s success highlights Germany’s status as a home for prolific strikers. The Bundesliga has a rich history with the Golden Shoe, with legends like Gerd Muller and Robert Lewandowski having won the award while playing in Germany.
Future Prospects with Bayern Munich
As Kane prepares to collect his award, talks about his future continue. Bayern Munich and Kane appear eager to extend their partnership, with plans for a new three-year contract that would keep the forward at the club until just before he turns 36.
- Award Date: August 19, 2026
- 2025-26 Bundesliga Goals: 36
- Total 2025-26 Goals (all competitions): 61
- Golden Shoe Points: 72
- Other Bundesliga Top Scorers: Deniz Undav (9th), Serhou Guirassy (13th)
Upcoming fixture:Bayern Munich vs RB LeipzigDate: August 15, 2026Time: 15:30
