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Harry Kane supports England players sidelined by injury ahead of Nations League

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 6:15 AM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Harry Kane supports England players sidelined by injury ahead of Nations League

Summary

Harry Kane has expressed trust in England players who withdrew from the squad due to injuries, including Cole Palmer, Declan Rice, Marcus Rashford, Kobbie Mainoo and Tino Livramento. His comments aim to quell speculation around their commitment ahead of the Nations League campaign. The team is set to face Spain on September 26, followed by matches against the Czech Republic and Croatia. Kane emphasized the importance of prioritizing health over joining the squad in their upcoming demanding fixtures.

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•Kane voiced support for players who withdrew for health reasons.
•England's injury absentees will miss key fixtures in the Nations League.
•Kane emphasized player health over risking further injury.
•England will play against Spain on September 26.

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6:15 AMYahoo Sports — Harry Kane: ‘I trust England absentees who have pulled out due to injury’

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Harry Kane has backed England’s injury-hit players to put their own well-being first after Cole Palmer, Declan Rice, Marcus Rashford, Kobbie Mainoo and Tino Livramento withdrew from the latest squad...
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