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Harry Kane has been advised to disregard the recurring debate surrounding his role in England’s setup, with former Three Lions winger Chris Waddle explaining to GOAL why the prolific Bayern Munich forward should be given the freedom to play his natural game. While the England captain remains the team’s most reliable goal threat, he is under no pressure to constantly stay in and around the penalty box.

England’s all-time top scorer continues to add to his remarkable tally, with Kane having found the net 79 times in 114 international appearances. The Tottenham Hotspur legend, who already holds the club’s all-time scoring record, could cement his GOAT status if he manages to lift a major trophy with the national team.

Kane’s clinical finishing has been his hallmark, with most of his goals coming from inside the 18-yard box — an area where elite strikers thrive. His knack for finding the back of the net consistently has rewritten record books year after year.

Now with Bayern Munich, Kane has reached new heights, registering a career-best 61 goals across the 2025–26 campaign while helping the German giants secure another Bundesliga title. The World Cup in North America offers him another shot at ending England’s long wait for silverware, especially after breaking his personal trophy drought with Bayern.

Despite often dropping deep to contribute to build-up play, the 32-year-old continues to deliver exceptional numbers. His ability to link play without compromising his scoring output has raised questions about whether he should do the same for England, particularly since the national side boasts several creative talents but often lacks finishing efficiency.

When asked whether Kane should resist dropping deep and instead stay closer to goal, Chris Waddle — speaking exclusively to GOAL via NewBettingOffers.co.uk — disagreed with calls for change. “He’s done it at Tottenham as well. That’s just the way he plays,” Waddle said.

“Harry’s a very good player. He’s never depended on pace but rather on quick thinking. Usually, a striker is either extremely fast, powerful, or dominant in the air. Harry’s a bit different — he’s almost a nine-and-a-half or a ten, and that’s what brings him success.

“People might think, ‘I’ve marked him, I’ve got him,’ but his movement in the box is excellent. It’s not about speed — you rarely see Harry sprinting. He reads the game brilliantly.”

Waddle continued: “I’ve seen him play as a number 10 for Bayern this season, and he’s done really well. You could easily play him as a 10 and have someone like Ollie Watkins or Marcus Rashford as the out-and-out number nine. He’s that versatile.”

“You can argue that his goals come from inside the box, but he’s been scoring relentlessly for the past five years. He’s clearly doing something right. People often say, ‘Don’t drop into midfield,’ but that’s part of his game and how he creates his chances. I’d tell Harry Kane — just keep doing what you’re doing, because your goals-per-game record is absolutely phenomenal.”

Kane’s approach perfectly embodies the saying, ‘If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.’ There’s little reason to alter his style while he remains this productive. Should his form dip, adjustments can be considered, but for now, his consistency is unmatched.

As speculation grows about a potential Ballon d’Or challenge, Kane’s focus remains on leading England to glory. If he can maintain his extraordinary standards and help end the nation’s six-decade wait for a major international trophy in 2026, few will question where he chooses to play on the pitch.