Harry Kane Quashes England Rift Talk Before 2026 World Cup Semifinal as Tuchel, Bellingham Clash Fades
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Updated · Fox News · Jul 15
Harry Kane Quashes England Rift Talk Before 2026 World Cup Semifinal as Tuchel, Bellingham Clash Fades
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jul 15
Summary
Harry Kane rejected reports of unrest in England's camp before Wednesday's World Cup semifinal against Argentina, saying media had tried to manufacture a split between Jude Bellingham and Thomas Tuchel.
The speculation followed England's 2-1 extra-time quarterfinal win over Norway, when Tuchel called the performance "sloppy" and said his side was lucky despite reaching the last four.
Jude Bellingham, 23, had pushed back moments after scoring both goals — including a 93rd-minute winner — saying Tuchel may not grasp how hard it was to play in Miami heat against Norway.
Kane instead backed Tuchel's blunt style, saying the coach speaks naturally and that England's run to the semifinals has been built on togetherness among players, staff and manager.
England now face Argentina in Atlanta with a place in the 2026 World Cup final at stake, as Kane seeks to move attention from off-field chatter back to results.