The captain of the English national team, Harry Kane, wants to seize the chance to make history with both hands in Sunday’s final of the European Championship against Italy. Coach Gareth Souhgate appeals for the premier title of Continental Champions and the first gold trophy at the 1966 Home World Championships. Tottenham striker believes the Albion experience will help the semi-final experience with Denmark and the home environment in London.
“Of course, gold would be everything to me and the whole team. As I said, winning something with the national team would surpass everything you can do at the club level. Now we have this opportunity. It’s been a long time since our country has been in the finals, so we just have to catch it with both hands, “ Kane said in an interview with UEFA.com.
“We have a chance to write history. Even for our parents and other family members who have never seen England in the finals of the big tournament. It’s a special moment and if we can finish the job and win on Sunday, we will have a place in history for the rest of our lives. Such a challenge lies ahead. “ added the twenty-seven-year-old gunner.
According to him, the English were greatly strengthened by the fact that in the demanding Wednesday semifinal with the Danes they managed to turn an unfavorable result at home and win 2: 1 after extra time. Kane scored the winning goal in the 104th minute with his own unchanged penalty.
“It was the first time we cashed in and lost in the tournament. But there was no panic or disorganization. We stuck to the plan and knew what we could do. Then we improved in the game, scored a goal and deservedly won. “We believe in the psychic strength of the team. We will need this on Sunday if we want to become champions.” Kane warned.
He considers the four-time world champions Italy, who have not lost 33 matches in a row, to be extremely strong opponents. “They are a great team, they have won several trophies in history. They have experience, excellent individuality, but they are also really cohesive. It will be a difficult battle, but we are of sufficient quality to succeed.” stated the author of four goals on this year’s Euro.
He expects Italian trackers Giorgio Chiellini and Leonardo Bonucci not to give him anything in the fights. “Above all, I have to say that they are top defenders. They read the game very well and know exactly where they should be. Of course they are also two fighters, so it will be a war. They will do everything for victory just like us. I’m looking forward to this challenge. The striker you want to be the best, you have to play against the best. That’s the case with Sunday. “ Kane said.
He believes that the home course will be an advantage for Albion, similar to 1966. “This makes the final even more special. Our fans will sing and push us forward, this energy will need to be used to our advantage. So there’s no better place to win a second big trophy with England than at Wembley again.” added a London native.
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