If Thomas Tuchel is banking on Harry Kane to be England's Messi or Ronaldo he is sorely mistaken - it is deluded to count on him to be at the peak of his powers this summer, writes IAN LADYMAN

April 01, 2026 20:15 UTC

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If Thomas Tuchel is banking on Harry Kane to be England's Messi or Ronaldo he is sorely mistaken - it is deluded to count on him to be at the peak of his powers this summer, writes IAN LADYMAN

Until he provides us with an answer that is backed up on the field then it will follow him all the way through this summer's World Cup. This is the depth and breadth of Tuchel's problem. It would take a significant tweak in the way England play their football but isn't this the magic for which coaches are paid? If this offends those who wish their England team to be more expansive, then it's simply the reality. England can go deep into this World Cup without Kane.

Source: Daily Mail April 01, 2026 20:15 UTC

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