World Cup 2026: Harry Kane on England future, as Dan Burn and Thomas Tuchel react to Argentina defeat
England captain Harry Kane reflects on the team's painful semi-final defeat to Argentina in the 2026 World Cup. Kane remains uncertain about his international future, noting he will take his career year by year.
Why it matters
The World Cup is a major global sporting event, and the future of a high-profile athlete like Kane impacts the trajectory of the England national team.
Figure caption, 'Gutted!' - Kane disappointed over World Cup exit
England captain Harry Kane says it is "too early" to judge whether he could play on for his country until the next World Cup in 2030 following the painful semi-final defeat by Argentina.
Defending champions Argentina produced a dramatic late comeback in Atlanta to earn a 2-1 win against Thomas Tuchel's side, setting up a final against Spain on Sunday.
It was a second World Cup semi-final defeat in eight years for England and Bayern Munich striker Kane following a 2-1 defeat by Croatia in 2018.
While Kane praised Argentina's 39-year-old inspirational captain Lionel Messi, the 32-year-old former Tottenham striker is unsure if he will be representing England in four years' time.
"It's too early to talk about that. For me, it's about taking it year by year and how I feel," said Kane.
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