Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Dan Haygarth

How Trump praised England’s Harry Kane after thrilling World Cup win over Mexico

Harry Kane World Cup England Mexico Donald Trump
  • England secured an extraordinary 3-2 victory over Mexico in the World Cup last-16 match, despite playing with ten men for a significant period.
  • Harry Kane scored England's winning goal from a penalty, marking his sixth goal of the tournament and 14th in his World Cup career.
  • Jude Bellingham contributed a quick-fire brace in the first half, giving England an early lead before Mexico pulled a goal back.
  • The US president, Donald Trump , praised Harry Kane on Truth Social, calling him a 'GREAT player' after his performance.
  • This follows another intervention by Mr Trump, who reportedly called Fifa president Gianni Infantino to review a red card for US striker Folarin Balogun, which was subsequently suspended.

IN FULL

Trump hails ‘great player’ Harry Kane after England’s dramatic World Cup win over Mexico

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
‘Causing Waymo Problems’: Atlanta Drivers Stop At Intersection. Then They Get Stuck Behind 3 Waymos That Won’t Move
'Looks like they're getting ready to race.'
Motor1
Motor1
SZA Uses Secret Burner Instagram to Reveal Autism Diagnosis and Slam Critics
SZA confirms her autism diagnosis, linking it to her dispute with AI platforms over unauthorised music use, revealing personal insights and industry frustrations.
International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Paul McCartney performs I Want to Hold Your Hand for first time in 60 years at Taylor Swift wedding
McCartney reportedly played Beatles No 1 hit at star-studded reception at Madison Square Garden
The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
CBC’s NHL hockey loss points to the need to rethink public media for the digital age
The sudden end of Hockey Night in Canada on CBC television after nearly 75 years on the air came as a shock to many Canadians.
The Conversation
The Conversation
‘Cosy competency porn’: why The Post is my feelgood movie
A reminder of Steven Spielberg’s prowess and speed in the latest in our series of writers highlighting their go-to comfort watches
The Guardian - US
The Guardian - US
How Hemingway’s 100-year-old classic still inspires hundreds to run with bulls in Pamplona
Hemmingway’s masterpiece put Spain's biggest bull run festival on the map for millions around the world
The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.
Download on the AppStore Get it on Google Play