England's Third‑Place Triumph
Harry Kane was in celebratory mood after England edged France 6‑4 in the World Cup third‑place playoff, a match that saw the English side dominate from the outset and left French captain Kylian Mbappé smiling on the pitch.
Bukayo Saka stole the spotlight with a World Cup‑level treble, becoming only the fourth English player to achieve the feat on football's biggest stage, while Mbappé's own double nudged him ahead in the Golden Boot race.
The result offered a rare bright spot for England after a bruising campaign, but Kane could not shake the memory of their earlier defeat to Argentina, a loss that still lingered in his reflections.
A Future Guided by Messi
In a candid interview, Kane praised Saka's development and questioned why England's performance faltered against Argentina, a side that ultimately shaped the tournament's narrative.
The Tottenham Hotspur captain also addressed retirement rumors, confirming he has no plans to hang up his international jersey prematurely and citing Lionel Messi's longevity as a key inspiration to keep competing.
At 36, Kane will be entering the 2030 World Cup cycle, a prospect that excites him as he watches Messi, now 39, continue to perform at the highest level.