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‘Magical moment’ for marksman

the England shirt back on and get back out here and get the campaign started for the Euros next year. ‘It had to be a penalty of course and once it hit the back of the net it was just so much emotion. ‘Just thanks to all the players, the staff, the fans, my wife, my family back home and everyone who has helped me get to this stage. It is just a magical moment. ‘Thankfully I put it away and (it’s) just a great night. We haven’t won in Italy for so long. To score and win the game is special.’ Rooney paid tribute to Kane on Twitter, saying: ‘Congratulations to Harry Kane on becoming England’s all-time leading goal scorer. I knew it wouldn’t take long but that was quick! Great man, unbelievable goal scorer and an England legend. Congrats Harry.’ On hearing of Rooney’s response, Tottenham striker Kane added: ‘Big thanks. I was on the pitch when Wayne broke the record. I know what it meant to him and I was so proud of him.’

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