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Harry Kane on Trump encounter; Switzerland celebrates World Cup quarterfinal berth
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Harry Kane on Trump encounter; Switzerland celebrates World Cup quarterfinal berth

From Die Zeit · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • England captain Harry Kane has learned from Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte how to discuss Donald Trump, describing a golf game with the former US president as "pretty surreal."
  • Switzerland is celebrating a "summer fairy tale" as its national football team reaches the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time since 1954, sparking national euphoria.
  • The article previews the England vs. Norway World Cup match, noting the extreme heat and humidity expected in Miami, and highlights the strong performances of both Kane and Norwegian striker Erling Haaland.

England captain Harry Kane has offered a unique perspective on his encounter with former US President Donald Trump, describing a round of golf played together a year and a half ago as "pretty surreal." Kane, who noted Trump plays "pretty well," expressed a hope to maintain a similar level of play at Trump's age. This reflection comes as Kane prepares for England's World Cup match against Norway, a game expected to be played in intense heat and humidity in Miami.

Meanwhile, Switzerland is experiencing unprecedented national euphoria as its football team has reached the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time since 1954. This achievement, described as a "summer fairy tale," has ignited widespread celebration, with young Swiss men expressing their pride and commitment to the national team. The Swiss flag has become a visible symbol of unity, and discussions about the players' diverse origins are framed as evidence of Switzerland's success story.

The upcoming England vs. Norway match presents a compelling clash between two of the tournament's top scorers, Harry Kane and Erling Haaland. Both players are trailing Kylian Mbappรฉ and Lionel Messi in the goal charts, and their duel poses a critical question for each team: how to contain the opposing star striker. England coach Thomas Tuchel has praised Kane, calling him "in the form of his life," underscoring the striker's importance to his team's campaign.

The article also touches on the intense weather conditions expected for the England-Norway game, with the US weather service warning of 41-degree Celsius heat index due to high humidity. Both teams are accustomed to such conditions, having played in similar environments throughout the tournament. The narrative surrounding Switzerland's success suggests a nation rediscovering its identity through sport, a phenomenon that resonates with the concept of a "fairy tale" run.

Er spielt ziemlich gut. Ich hoffe, ich kann in seinem Alter auch noch so spielen.

โ€” Harry KaneDescribing his experience playing golf with Donald Trump and his own future aspirations.
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Originally published by Die Zeit in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.