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West Brom striker Berahino: England U21 goals record definite target

West Bromwich Albion striker Saido Berahino can become England's all-time U21 leading goalscorer.

The West Brom forward's late penalty on Friday gave England a 2-1 advantage against Croatia to protect in the play-off second leg in Vinkovci on Tuesday night and was his 10th goals in 12 appearances at this level.

Alan Shearer and Francis Jeffers hold the record with 13 but if the Under 21s beat Croatia, Berahino would have plenty of chances to move out on his own.

"Of course it is a target," said Berahino. "I have worked hard on my game. It is great that it is paying off and I am getting the rewards."

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