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Policymakers approved a quarter-point increase, to 4.25 percent, while affirming that British banks were “resilient.”

“The persistence of inflation appears more worrying in the U.K. Those prices “tend to be volatile and could therefore prove less persistent,” according to the minutes of the bank’s meeting. To some extent, those risks materialized in the surprising upturn in Wednesday’s data, which showed food prices rising in February at their fastest pace in 45 years and a measure of services inflation increasing. Bailey said in a video posted by the bank on Thursday. The Bank of England forecast that the inflation rate would fall significantly this year, and average about 4 percent around the end of the year. But it noted that, in Britain, wholesale bank funding costs, a measure of how much it costs banks to borrow money, particularly for short periods, had risen, a sign of increased risk in the banking sector. He argued that the central bank would pause rate increases because wage growth was easing and energy prices were lower. At the moment, “it was unclear how credit conditions and economic activity might be affected by recent banking-sector stress in a number of advanced economies,” the Bank of England said. The central bank had forecast that the inflation rate would fall to 9.9 percent. And wage growth has been weaker than expected, easing policymakers’ concerns that high wages in the private sector would make it harder to return inflation to the bank’s 2 percent target. Previously, the bank had shifted its tone to indicate that future interest rate increases were not a given. and Swiss banking systems](https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/21/business/regional-banks-depositors-fears.html) [spurred global central bankers into protective moves](https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/19/business/economy/federal-reserve-banks-dollar-access.html) to shore up financial stability.

GOAL previews the UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifier Italy vs England, with team news, predictions, head to head record, key players.

Gareth Southgate is under pressure to deliver results with England after the Three Lions failed to get past France in the quarter-final of the World Cup. [How to get tickets to England home & away games](https://www.goal.com/en/news/england-football-tickets-prices-where-to-buy-home-away-games/blt43f859eed31c9567) [Where to watch England Euro 2024 qualifying games](https://www.goal.com/en/news/where-to-watch-live-stream-england-euro-2024-qualifying-games/bltf2fcda62881c54a2)

England got their first-ever competitive win against Italy in Italy, and it was the perfect way to put their World Cup exit behind them.

England striker Harry Kane on the meaning of the result: "It is the first time England have won in Italy for a long, long time. Playing for England is probably my greatest feeling in football and I want to do it for as long as possible. Thank you to everyone in here and everyone who has made this dream a reality." A few minutes from halftime, Italian defender Giovanni Di Lorenzo was caught with his hand touching the ball in the box, possibly interfering with Harry Kane being able to win it. I can't remember what he said but I'm sure it was a on a video as everything is videoed these days and nothing stays in house. Italy began to take control of the midfield battle and mistakes crept into England's play, most obviously a palpably avoidable red card for Luke Shaw. To be a part of that is amazing. England were much the better side in the first half and deserved to extend their lead when [Giovanni Di Lorenzo](http://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/155904/Giovanni-Di-Lorenzo) was adjudged to have handled in the box, a decision Serbian referee Srdjan Jovanovic awarded on VAR review, allowing Kane to set the new England scoring record. Kane's clever hold-up play, particularly in the first half, was a reminder his ability extends far beyond goal-scoring. One of the few remaining questions England have to answer for under Southgate is their inconsistent record against the very best sides. Nothing will completely take away the pain of missing a penalty in England's World Cup quarterfinal defeat top France three months ago. This was also Southgate's 50th win as England manager, from 82 games -- a number only surpassed by Walter Winterbottom (78) and Sir Alf Ramsey (69).

Kane clinches record as England take down big rivals; Ronaldo still scoring for fun — Qualifying wrap.

Atalanta forward Rasmus Hojlund scored a hat-trick for the Danes on his first start for his country. Ronaldo made it 3-0 from the penalty spot before blasting home a free-kick from the edge of the area for his 120th international goal. England were forced to see out the final 10 minutes a man down after two quickfire yellow cards for Luke Shaw, but they held out for their first win away to Italy since 1961. In their first match since bowing out in agonising fashion to France in the World Cup quarter-finals, England were dominant in the first 45 minutes. Kane netted his 54th goal for England in his 81st international appearance from the penalty spot in Naples after Declan Rice had fired the visitors into an early lead. Harry Kane became England’s all-time leading goalscorer as the Three Lions enjoyed a perfect start to Euro 2024 qualifying by winning 2-1 away to Italy on Thursday, as Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in his record 197th cap in Portugal’s 4-0 win over Liechtenstein.

Declan Rice and Jude Bellingham excelled, while Harry Kane held his nerve to become England's record goalscorer.

Jack Grealish (LW) The winger was lively during the first half but missed an open goal and was sloppy in possession at times. Bukayo Saka (RW) Italy did not know what to do against the youngster’s speed and incisive dribbling. Kalvin Phillips (CM): The midfielder has not started a league game for Manchester City this season and he looked rusty at times. He was not quick enough when he stepped up in an attempt to win possession and England’s defensive shape disappeared. But he stopped playing when Harry Maguire was down and Italy attacked, leaving Shaw exposed when the left-back was sent off. But he was under pressure after being booked for time-wasting and his difficulties grew when Gnonto came on. Kyle Walker (RB): The experienced defender was untroubled by a slow Italy attack at first. Jordan Pickford (GK): England’s No 1 was underworked during the first half. Domenico Berardi (RW) The winger struggled to provide any invention. Nicolò Barella (CM) The Internazionale midfielder tried to support the attack but space was limited. Francesco Acerbi (CB) The 35-year-old’s limitations were shown up by the quality of Harry Kane’s movement. Gianluigi Donnarumma (GK) Italy’s best player during a trying first half.

England striker Harry Kane netted his 54th goal for the Three Lions from the penalty spot to write his name into the history books.

The striker became The England captain netted for the 54th time for the Three Lions, overtaking Wayne Rooney to move to the top of the scoring charts. Kane's goal made it 2-0 to Gareth Southgate's side after Declan Rice had netted the opener against the reigning European champions.

Harry Kane has become England's all-time top scorer as he took his tally to 54 by netting a penalty against Italy in their 2-1 Euro 2024 qualifier win.

Just huge thanks to the players, staff and fans.” Once it hit the back of the net there was so much emotion. At Parken Stadium in Denmark, the hosts beat Finland 3-1 thanks to a hat-trick from striker Rasmus Hojlund in his first start for his country. It was also a record-breaking night for 38-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo, who made his 197th showing for Portugal to boast the most ever international appearances in the 4-0 win over Liechtenstein. “This means everything,” Kane said. It proved to be the perfect response by England after the heartache of losing to France in the World Cup quarter-finals in December when Kane missed a crucial penalty.

An England fan who displayed an offensive message on a St George's Cross flag had his ticket cancelled before the Euro 2024 qualifier in Italy.

“We immediately took steps to have their ticket cancelled before the match.” [hosted Thursday’s Euro 2024 qualifier](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2023/mar/23/italy-england-euro-2024-qualifying-group-c-match-report), is also named after Maradona and local fans quickly took to social media in an attempt to track down the fan with the flag. [England](https://www.theguardian.com/football/england) fan who displayed an offensive message on a St George’s Cross flag had his ticket cancelled before the Euro 2024 qualifier in Italy.

Harry Kane had just three England goals to his name when Wayne Rooney broke Bobby Charlton's long-standing record of 49 in a 2-0 victory over Switzerland in ...

I know what it meant to him and I was so proud of him," Kane told Channel 4. "It means everything. A magical moment. "Congratulations to Harry Kane on becoming England's all-time leading goalscorer. "To break the record in the manner he did given the recent history was an indication of his strength of character and his mentality," Southgate said. Register for free to Reuters and know the full story

NAPLES, Italy — Harry Kane became England's leading scorer of all time on Thursday — and his record-setting goal just had to come from the penalty spot.

“We feel like we are one of the best teams in Europe and we have to keep knocking on the door. It wasn’t nice to finish it that way but we spoke this week about getting back to it,” Kane said. “It’s a magical moment.” Congrats Harry.” “Great man, unbelievable goalscorer and an England legend. Rooney scored his 53 England goals from 2003-2018.

Exclusive: People left to 'swim in filth' as Defra turns down applications, say Lib Dems.

The application had some potential teeth to force water companies and other polluters to comply, and the [Water](https://www.theguardian.com/environment/water) in the Lake District, the River Kent at Staveley in Cumbria, the River Tyne at Wylam and part of the River Deben in Woodbridge – which is in Coffey’s constituency. As such the bathing water team will be in touch directly in relation to a reply.” Data shows there have been 340m hours worth of sewage spills in bathing waters – totalling 52,653 separate spills – in the last two years. “The Conservative government’s attempt to protect bathing water is nothing less than a cruel joke. Four areas are out to consultation for bathing water status.

Harry Kane has become England's all-time top scorer as he took his tally to 54 by netting a penalty against Italy in their 2-1 Euro 2024 qualifier win.

Just huge thanks to the players, staff and fans." "So excited to get back out there and put the England shirt back on. "And it had to be a penalty of course.

The UK's central bank announces 11th consecutive interest rate increase as it focuses on fighting inflation.

“There are concerns as central banks around the world continue to try to put the brakes on inflation. The bank will “continue to monitor closely indications of persistent inflationary pressures”, it said in announcing its decision. The United Kingdom’s central bank on Thursday raised its benchmark bank rate by 25 basis points to 4.25 percent.

Gareth Southgate's side condemned Italy to a first home defeat in European qualifying since 1999 with a 2-1 victory in Naples.

The win sees England get off to the perfect start in their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign, while the Italians are left to lick their wounds after a first home European qualifying defeat in 24 years. The finish pushed him past Wayne Rooney at the top of the England scoring charts and helped the Three Lions claim their first win on Italian soil since 1961. On a night which saw England make history in Naples, it was their captain who stole the show when he struck from the penalty spot to score his 54th international goal.

Harry Kane became England's all-time record goalscorer as Gareth Southgate's side put their World Cup frustration behind them and kicked off European ...

Harry Kane scored a penalty to become England's all-time record goalscorer in their 2-1 defeat of Italy, with the defender Luke Shaw also shown a red card.

From back to front – and that included the goalkeeper, Jordan Pickford – the passing was on point. The turnaround was remarkable. Italy could not get near to them on the ball, the combinations up through the thirds easy on the eye. Italy are, of course, the reigning European champions, although it feels as if their second failure in a row to qualify for the World Cup is defining them more at present. A win is a win and this was a big one, England’s most difficult assignment of the group passed already. He was central to England’s barnstorming start as they controlled the tempo and the ball, looking extremely confident on it. It was Kane to Grealish and he did well to release Jude Bellingham, who advanced and unloaded a vicious drive that Gianluigi Donnarumma tipped over. What a moment it was for the captain. When they play at this stadium – especially this season, the Scudetto so close that everyone in town has started to prepare for the party of the millennium, connecting the buildings in those narrow streets with blue and white sheets – it can feel like an out-of-body experience. The rather key difference this time was that England had scored the first two goals. It ought to have been 3-0 in first-half stoppage time only for Jack Grealish to miscue wide of a gaping goal. It was a night when a Harry Kane penalty conversion positively overflowed with narrative drama.

Harry Kane had just three England goals to his name when Wayne Rooney broke Bobby Charlton's long-standing record...

I know what it meant to him and I was so proud of him," Kane told Channel 4. "It means everything. A magical moment. "Great man, unbelievable goalscorer and an England legend. Congrats Harry!" "It had to be a penalty, and once it hit the back of the net, huge emotion.