Bernabeu to provide better barometer of Kane's credentials

MADRID - Harry Kane is an admitted follower of Cristiano Ronaldo's stratospheric stats as he pursues the Portuguese superstar's status as the best in the world, but, unusually, it is Ronaldo who trails in the race to be the Champions League's top marksman.

An inspired Kane has helped Tottenham enjoy a flying start in Europe this term, scoring five of Spurs' six goals in victories over Borussia Dortmund and APOEL Nicosia.

The acid test for Kane and his teammates comes on Tuesday night at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium where holder Real Madrid and Ronaldo lie in wait, having already dismissed Dortmund and APOEL thanks to four goals from the World Player of the Year.