England Captain Kane: We haven't reached our maximum potential yet

England captain Harry Kane believes his team has yet to showcase its peak performance at the World Cup, even as they stand on the cusp of the semifinals. "We are knocking on the door. We are reaching the semifinals and the finals. It's a big week. We have eight days left until the end of the tournament," Kane stated, reflecting on the team's journey.

“

We are knocking on the door. We are reaching the semifinals and the finals. It's a big week. We have eight days left until the end of the tournament.

Kane acknowledged that while the team has demonstrated desire and commitment throughout their six weeks together, they still need to elevate their game. "We have shown every desire for the crest, and now in the last week we will need even more impetus. Ultimately, we are in the World Cup semifinals, and that has not always been the case with this team, so we have to enjoy it," he added.

“

We have shown every desire for the crest, and now in the last week we will need even more impetus. Ultimately, we are in the World Cup semifinals, and that has not always been the case with this team, so we have to enjoy it.

Despite reaching the final four, Kane feels the team has only shown its potential in glimpses, particularly during certain phases of their quarterfinal match against Norway. "We haven't had the complete control we'd like yet, and I think we can have it. Against Norway, it was in indications. The coach is trying to bring it out of us, and we ourselves know that we have another level we can reach. We feel we can improve," Kane told the BBC. He added that England has only occasionally displayed its full potential so far.

“

We haven't had the complete control we'd like yet, and I think we can have it. Against Norway, it was in indications. The coach is trying to bring it out of us, and we ourselves know that we have another level we can reach. We feel we can improve.

Looking ahead to the semifinal clash against Argentina, Kane acknowledged the formidable opposition. "In the semifinals, we face one of the best teams in the world, but the most important thing is that we are among the top four teams," he said. Kane, who has scored six goals in the tournament, remains optimistic about England's ability to progress further.

“

In the semifinals, we face one of the best teams in the world, but the most important thing is that we are among the top four teams.