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Harry Kane addresses Tuchel's criticism after England's win over Norway

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 6:00 PM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Harry Kane addresses Tuchel's criticism after England's win over Norway

Summary

Harry Kane responded to Thomas Tuchel's strong criticism of England's performance after their quarter-final win against Norway on July 10. Despite securing the victory in Miami, Kane emphasized the need for the team to translate their training excellence into match performances. He suggested that Tuchel’s remarks aim to motivate players ahead of the upcoming semi-final against Argentina on July 15, emphasizing the challenges that lie ahead.

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By the Numbers

•England defeated Norway in a quarter-final match.
•Kane highlights a need for improvement in match execution.
•Tuchel's comments intended to keep players motivated.
•Next match is against Argentina on July 15.

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6:00 PMThe Guardian Sport — ‘He just wants to see the best version of us’: Harry Kane accepts Tuchel criticism

What they're saying

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England head coach scathing after win against Norway Captain says comments will keep players on their toes Harry Kane has insisted Thomas Tuchel’s strong criticism of England’s performance after their quarter-final win against Norway in Miami was driven by their failure to bring their excellence from the training ground into matches. The England captain also suggested that Tuchel’s words had been designed to keep the players on their toes before the semi-final against Argentina in Atlanta on Wednesday because “he knows as much as anyone that it’s not as simple as that … he’s trying to drag it out of us”. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby David Hytner in Miami

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The Guardian SportJul 12, 2026, 6:00 PM
‘He just wants to see the best version of us’: Harry Kane accepts Tuchel criticism
England head coach scathing after win against Norway Captain says comments will keep players on their toes Harry Kane has insisted Thomas Tuchel’s strong criticism of England’s performance after their quarter-final win against Norway in Miami was driven by their failure to bring their excellence from the training ground into matches. The England captain also suggested that Tuchel’s words had been designed to keep the players on their toes before the semi-final against Argentina in Atlanta on Wednesday because “he knows as much as anyone that it’s not as simple as that … he’s trying to drag it out of us”. Continue reading...

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