Aguirre has a plan to stop Harry Kane: 'He's a top world striker'

Mexico's coach Javier Aguirre has devised a strategy to contain England's prolific striker Harry Kane, whom he regards as a "top world striker." Kane, a key goal scorer for England with five goals in four matches during the World Cup, poses a significant threat to Mexico in their Round of 16 clash. Aguirre outlined his plan in a press conference, emphasizing a multi-faceted defensive approach. "Harry Kane is a global figure. The goals he scored with Bayern, with his national team, he is top world, a 1.88m guy who despite his build has a lot of quality, he has everything, he is dedicated, he defends… We will try to neutralize him not only with the center-backs who play, but also with the full-backs' movements, so he is not comfortable, so he always has someone on him," the Mexican coach stated. Aguirre also recognized the broader threat posed by the English team, noting the offensive variations introduced since Thomas Tuchel took charge. "The English, due to historical characteristics, are very fast. It's true they have important players both inside and outside England, and they are a very physically powerful team, but they play good football. I remember since (Gareth) Southgate's arrival there was a change in their style of play, Tuchel has added his own ideas," he mentioned. When questioned about the potential advantage of Mexico City's altitude, Aguirre dismissed its significance. "The altitude and everything else are things that personally, I leave aside. It's 11 against 11, and the referee is there to signal what they consider is outside the rules, but I don't stop to think about these things because we are 11 Mexicans who have to score a goal there and not let them score here," he concluded.

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Harry Kane is a global figure. The goals he scored with Bayern, with his national team, he is top world, a 1.88m guy who despite his build has a lot of quality, he has everything, he is dedicated, he defends… We will try to neutralize him not only with the center-backs who play, but also with the full-backs' movements, so he is not comfortable, so he always has someone on him.