Harry Kane's workload and injuries have raised questions about his longevity as England's top striker. The England national team's centre-forward pool has shrunk to alarming levels, leaving the team vulnerable. Gareth Southgate is forced to rely heavily on Harry Kane due to the lack of quality backup options. The root cause of the centre-forward shortage lies in the recent struggles of England's younger strikers. England's team dynamics will be significantly impacted by the centre-forward shortage, forcing a rework of tactics.