Martin Rogers
FOX Sports Insider
AL RAYYAN, Qatar — Mysteries Surrounding Status England captain Harry Kane Wednesday Fitness, Potential Earthquake Impact Conditions America’ Hope for its continuation World Cup Journey.
The England camp and head coach Gareth Southgate have sent mixed messages about the condition of the star forward’s right ankle. Iran.
Ahead of Friday’s meeting with the United States (2pm ET on FOX and FOX Sports apps), England has deviated from its normal protocol in such matters, providing no conclusive information on Kane’s health, and continuing speculation by the media and the public.
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“They’re very secretive about it,” Matt Lawton, the Times’ chief sports correspondent, told me on Wednesday. This is very unusual as injuries are not usually kept secret.
“Actually, I think the journalists covering the UK are a little irritated by this. They asked about Kane on Tuesday and were told he was fine. Then he came in for a scan.” A story appeared.
Several publications reported that Kane did indeed undergo ankle scans, but no details were provided.
then the goalie Jordan Pickford Kane told reporters he was present at a closed-door training session on Wednesday.
“I think he’s good,” said Pickford. “He’s probably in a bit of pain, but he’s out on the grass with us today. He’s fine.”
Kane’s injury continued in the 49th minute against Iran, with England firmly in control. Morteza Pouraliganj A yellow card was issued as a result of a violent collision that resulted in Pulaliganji’s weight landing on Kane’s ankle.
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Whether Kane plays and whether he’s at full capacity could mean a lot to US head coach Greg Berhalter’s tactical planning. Kane is one of the best strikers in the world and always poses a danger to any team he faces.advocate Tim Ream When walker zimmerman We need to do our best to contain him.
american defender Cameron Carter-Vickers Familiar with Kane from his time EPL ~ side tottenham He spoke of the consistency and professionalism of the English.
“Training with him shows just how hard he works and the dedication he has on and off the field. It’s top notch,” Carter-Vickers said. “He’s been doing it for years.”
By comparison, the U.S. is in perfect health, with every member of the team in good shape, including an exciting forward, with Burhalter available for selection on Friday. Gio Reinadid not play in Monday’s 1-1 draw wales.
A win for England could qualify them for the knockout rounds, but three points is a serious lift for the Americans looking to match or better the teams’ round-of-16 appearances in 2010 and 2014. becomes.
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