The Wound That Hasn’t Healed

Almost two years have passed, but the image remains etched in the minds of English fans. In the Qatar 2022 World Cup quarterfinals, Harry Kane had the chance to equalize against France, but his penalty sailed over the crossbar. England lost 2-1 and bowed out, leaving the captain to endure one of the toughest nights of his career.

“It was probably the worst moment of my sporting life,” Kane admitted to British media. “I’ve lost finals before, but feeling that responsibility — as if the entire country was counting on you — was incredibly hard to take.”

A Mission Called 2026

Far from forgetting that mistake, Kane has turned it into motivation. The Bayern Munich striker says his goal is to make amends at the 2026 World Cup, set to be held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. “I’m looking forward to the tournament to try to put things right, go further with my country, and lift the trophy we all dream of,” he said.

The 31-year-old spoke again after England’s 5–0 win over Latvia, a result that confirmed their spot at the next World Cup. Kane scored twice, raising his international tally to 76 goals and solidifying his place as England’s all-time leading scorer.

The Present of a Timeless Striker

When asked if reaching 100 international goals was realistic, Harry Kane didn’t hesitate: “The way I feel right now, I have no plans to slow down. The goals are coming, and the numbers speak for themselves. Physically and mentally, I feel in a great place.”

At the peak of his career, the English striker enters a new chapter with renewed hunger. His missed penalty in Qatar doesn’t haunt him anymore — it fuels him. And if there’s one thing Harry Kane has made clear, it’s that his story with England is far from over.