Harry Kane — England captain who scored twice against Croatia in World Cup group stage opener, equalling Gary Lineker's record of 10 World Cup goals.
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The Ghanaian Times
England captain Harry Kane has said he thinks England‘s World Cup preparations means the much-publicised high temperatures at this summer’s tournament “won’t be a factor.” Kane heads into the tournament in exquisite form, which continued with Saturday’s sublime header in England’ …
Summer heat ‘won’t be a factor’ for England at World Cup – Harry KaneJoy Online
… Rice filled in as captain during Harry Kane’s absence for the October friendly against Wales, when Ollie Watkins replaced Kane in the England attack. …
Declan Rice to be England’s vice-captain at World CupJoy Online
… England’s World Cup squad numbers Jordan Pickford Ezri Konsa Nico O’Reilly Declan Rice John Stones Marc Guehi Bukayo Saka Elliot Anderson Harry Kane Jude Bellingham Marcus Rashford Tino Livramento Dean Henderson Jordan Henderson Dan Burn Kobbie Mainoo Morgan Rogers Anthony Gordon …
Bellingham is No 10 in England World Cup squadThe Ghanaian Times
… We needed to be more decisive,” said Bayern coach Vincent Kompany. “The Champions League is over for us this season, but there will be another chance – and that’s a motivation for me.” Bayern left it too late with Harry Kane scoring an equaliser in second-half stoppage time, bu …
Bayern Munich lacked killer instinct against PSG- NeuerJoy Online
… Harry Kane scored his 55th goal of the season for Bayern deep into stoppage time, but it could not provide any consolation on a night of bitter disappointment for Vincent Kompany’s side. …
UCL: PSG beat Bayern on aggregate to set up final against ArsenalThe Ghanaian Times
… It was difficult, and the second leg will be too.” Harry Kane converted a 17th-minute penalty to beat PSG goalkeeper Matvei Safonov, and become the first English player to net in six successive Champions League fixtures. …
PSG edge Bayern in record-breaking semi-final first legGary Lineker said Harry Kane is "the greatest English striker we've ever had" after Kane equalled Lineker's World Cup goal record of 10 goals in England's 4-2 victory over Croatia. Kane, 32, now has 81 international goals and leads England's all-time goalscorer list.
3 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Gary Lineker said Harry Kane is "the greatest English striker we've ever had" after Kane equalled Lineker's World Cup goal record of 10 goals in England's 4-2 victory over Croatia. Kane, 32, now has 81 international goals and leads England's all-time goalscorer list.
3 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Ghana defeated Panama in a 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L match in Toronto, securing a late goal through Caleb Yirenkyi to keep alive their hopes of progressing from the group stage. Supporters across the country celebrated the victory as a timely boost for the Black Stars' tournament hopes.
3 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Harry Kane scored twice as England defeated Croatia 4-2 in a World Cup Group L match, with Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford also scoring. The victory came in a heavyweight clash at Dallas Stadium, with Croatia twice drawing level before England pulled away.
4 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Thomas Tuchel threw the first pitch at Kansas City Royals' stadium as England's squad enjoyed downtime following their 4-2 victory over Croatia. Squad members not used in the match played a separate 5-1 friendly against Sporting KC, with Ivan Toney scoring a hat-trick.
8 hours ago · Joy Online →
England captain Harry Kane scored twice in England's 4-2 World Cup victory against Croatia, equalling Gary Lineker's record of 10 World Cup goals. Lineker called Kane "the greatest English striker we've ever had," noting Kane's all-round game as exceptional.
12 hours ago · Joy Online →
Thomas Tuchel confirmed that Bukayo Saka is managing an Achilles injury ahead of England's World Cup opener against Croatia on 17 June. Saka remains part of the squad but his workload may need to be controlled, raising questions about England's right-side attacking threat if his minutes are limited.
18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Harry Kane used a deliberate stuttered run-up in England's World Cup opener against Croatia, knowing it might draw goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic off his goalline; after his first penalty was saved, VAR ruled Livakovic had moved too early, and Kane scored on the retake.
17 June 2026 · Joy Online →
England beat Croatia in a high-scoring match in Dallas, with Harry Kane scoring twice and Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford adding goals. The match was decided after England came from behind multiple times and ultimately secured a comfortable victory, though England showed defensive vulnerabilities throughout the match.
17 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Jude Bellingham said external pressure over his England selection may help him perform at his best during the World Cup. The 22-year-old started against Croatia and scored England's third goal in a 4-2 win, saying he felt "fresh and sharp" after a tougher season marked by injury and his club Real Madrid finishing eight points behind Barcelona.
17 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Former England captain John Terry, now a SuperSport FIFA World Cup analyst, believes England have a genuine opportunity to win the 2026 World Cup, citing a strong squad and the importance of keeping Harry Kane fit. England begin their campaign against Croatia on Wednesday, 17 June.
17 June 2026 · Joy Online →
England captain Harry Kane said he does not think summer heat at this year's World Cup will be a factor, noting the team has been preparing in training and feels professional athletes are equipped to handle it. Kane scored his 67th goal of the season in England's 1-0 win against New Zealand.
8 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice, 27, has been named England's vice-captain for the World Cup under manager Thomas Tuchel. Rice has earned 72 caps for England and recently helped Arsenal win the Premier League and reach the Champions League final.
7 June 2026 · Joy Online →
England has announced its squad numbers for the World Cup, with Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham receiving the No 10 shirt, potentially signalling his role in the central attacking role ahead of Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers.
3 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Bayern Munich's goalkeeper Manuel Neuer said the team lacked clinical finishing and killer instinct in a 1-1 draw against Paris St Germain on Wednesday, resulting in a 6-5 aggregate defeat and elimination from the Champions League. PSG will face Arsenal in the final on May 30.
8 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Paris St-Germain advanced to the Champions League final against Arsenal after defeating Bayern Munich on aggregate in their semi-final. PSG won the second leg 1–0, with Ousmane Dembele scoring in the third minute, and will face Arsenal in Budapest on 30 May.
6 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Paris St Germain beat Bayern Munich 5-4 in a Champions League semi-final first leg with a record number of goals at this stage of the competition. PSG came from a goal down to lead 5-2 before Bayern scored twice in three minutes late in the match.
30 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →