2026-06-17 11:37:39
Harry Kane believes that 2026 presents one of the best opportunities that England will have to win the World Cup.
The Three Lions get their tournament underway against Croatia in Dallas on Wednesday (17.06.26) and the captain feels that the squad is capable of ending the nation’s 60-year wait to win a major trophy.
Kane said: “For sure it’s one of the best opportunities we will have as a team to win it. I think everyone is eager to just start well and prove that we have the capabilities of going far in this tournament.”
The striker believes that England must play without any inhibition if they are to be successful at the World Cup.
Kane said: “Ultimately for me the message is just to be free in the mind. I think in any tournament if you leave it all out on the pitch, then you can hold your head up no matter what the outcome is. I think from my point of view it’s just making sure that all the players feel free in their mind to express themselves. They’re here for a reason, they have the seasons they’ve had for their club for a reason and they have a chance to showcase that on the biggest stage.”
The Bayern Munich star will equal Sir David Beckham’s tally of 115 England caps when he leads the team out against Croatia and spoke of his pride at matching a player he considers to be an “idol”.
Kane said: “To reach the same level of caps as Beckham is a great thing for me. He’s an idol of mine and I was hoping and dreaming that I’d be in the same England shirt as him. It’d be a great milestone for me.
“Throughout my whole career it’s about being the best I can be, improving in every moment and that’s the only mindset to have. The Ronaldos, Modrics, and Messis – being able to do that for 20 plus years is what separates the good players from the great. I’m proud to be here at my sixth tournament.”
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