Harry Kane defends England squad unity ahead of World Cup semi-final
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 4:19 AM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
England captain Harry Kane addressed concerns of division in the squad, stating there is 'complete togetherness' ahead of the World Cup semi-final against Argentina. England progressed to the semi-finals after a 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice. Kane emphasized the group’s strong mentality and dismissed claims of rifts, insisting that the squad's collective spirit is a key factor in their success so far. He acknowledged the criticism from Thomas Tuchel but reaffirmed the positive cohesion within the team as they prepare for the crucial match.
- •Harry Kane emphasizes squad unity before the Argentina match
- •England reached the semi-finals after defeating Norway 2-1
- •Jude Bellingham scored twice in the quarter-finals
- •Kane dismisses claims of division within the team
- •The match against Argentina is set for the World Cup semi-final
- 7:51 AMESPN Soccer — Kane rejects England 'division,' backs Bellingham
- 4:19 AMYahoo Sports — Kane: There is ‘complete togetherness’ in England World Cup squad
"Captain Harry Kane has dismissed the idea of division in the England squad, insisting there is “complete togetherness” ahead of the World Cup semi-final with Argentina. England booked their place in the last four by grinding out a 2-1 extra-time win over Norway in the extreme Miami heat, with Jude Bellingham hitting back at Thomas Tuchel’s post-match assessment that they had not played well.
"Captain Harry Kane has dismissed the idea of division in the England squad, insisting there is "complete togetherness" ahead of the World Cup semifinal with Argentina.
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External links- ESPN SoccerJul 14, 2026, 7:51 AMKane rejects England 'division,' backs Bellingham
Captain Harry Kane has dismissed the idea of division in the England squad, insisting there is "complete togetherness" ahead of the World Cup semifinal with Argentina.
- Yahoo SportsJul 14, 2026, 4:19 AMKane: There is ‘complete togetherness’ in England World Cup squad
Captain Harry Kane has dismissed the idea of division in the England squad, insisting there is “complete togetherness” ahead of the World Cup semi-final with Argentina. England booked their place in the last four by grinding out a 2-1 extra-time win over Norway in the extreme Miami heat, with Jude Bellingham hitting back at Thomas Tuchel’s post-match assessment that they had not played well.
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