Harry Kane After England's Victory Over Croatia: 'We Showed We Are a Great Team'

England launched their 2026 World Cup campaign with a commanding 4-2 victory over Croatia, signaling their strong potential as contenders for the title.

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We played at a really high level, we showed that we are a great team.

Striker Harry Kane, who netted two goals in the match, conveyed his satisfaction with the team's performance. "We played at a really high level, we showed that we are a great team," Kane stated in the mixed zone after the game. He emphasized the team's focus on reaching peak performance quickly, acknowledging the importance of recovering and preparing for their next match against Ghana.

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We trust the process and we'll see what happens in the tournament.

Kane highlighted the "great level" of his teammates and their collective effort during the debut. "We trust the process and we'll see what happens in the tournament," he added, preferring to concentrate on the immediate future rather than getting ahead of themselves.

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It feels really spectacular to score in such an amazing tournament.

Reflecting on his personal contribution, Kane expressed happiness with his two-goal haul. "It feels really spectacular to score in such an amazing tournament," he said. Feeling at the "highest level of my career" both physically and mentally, Kane committed to giving his best for the team throughout the competition, aiming to leverage his strengths and contribute in all aspects of the game.

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I feel physically and mentally, I've reached the highest level of my career and, on the pitch, I'll do my best.