'Beast' Haaland a different player to me, says Kane
England captain Harry Kane discusses his upcoming World Cup quarter-final match against Norway, praising Erling Haaland's physical prowess while noting their distinct playing styles. Both strikers are competing for the Golden Boot in the 2026 tournament alongside other top international players.
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England captain Harry Kane labelled Erling Haaland "a machine" but said he and Norway's "beast" of a number nine are completely different players as they prepare to face off in Saturday's (July 11, 2026) World Cup quarter-final.
Haaland has struck seven times in his first four matches ever at a major tournament, including a devastating double to eliminate Brazil, and his goals have carried Norway into the last eight for the first time.
Kane is only one goal behind the Manchester City striker for the tournament and has taken his overall World Cup record to 14 goals.
"I think we're completely different players. I know we're both strikers, but we're in almost two different positions," Kane told his pre-match press conference.
"Erling is incredible, his goalscoring record, physically he's a machine, he's a beast. His finishing is at the highest level and his goalscoring record speaks for itself.
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