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Harry Kane reveals if he will represent England at the 2030 FIFA World Cup
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England's all-time leading goalscorer Harry Kane has discussed the potential of him leading the frontline at the next World Cup in 2030.
Harry Kane is arguably the most accomplished English footballer since 1966, leading the national team to two World Cup semi-finals and one Euro final. Unfortunately, he's still chasing silverware with the national team.
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The 2030 FIFA World Cup might be Kane's last shot at winning the ultimate prize in world football, but that depends on the talismanic striker's plans.
Harry Kane had an honest response to staying with the England team for the 2030 World Cup
Kane was asked by the BBC if he fears 2026 was his last shot at a World Cup after England's 2-1 loss to Argentina in the semi-finals, with Kane sharing a bluntly honest response.
"It's still early to talk about. Me as a person, it's about taking it year-by-year and seeing how I feel. The national team is my pride and joy; it's what I love to do most, more than anything."
"Four years is a long way away; I'm 33 in the summer. But as you see on the other end with Leo ( Messi ) there, he's still performing at the highest level. I never want to put a limit on these things."
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Kane saw a 39-year-old Messi single-handedly create the chances that allowed Argentina to score two goals in under 10 minutes to end England's World Cup dream once again.
Will Harry Kane lead the line for England four years from now?
Kane is coming off one of the greatest scoring years in recent European history by any player not named Lionel Messi. He's shown no signs of slowing down and is expected to be a Ballon d'Or contender.
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Strikers can have more staying power than other positions if they remain clinical, and Kane is arguably one of the most clinical players in the world.
With Kane being 36 years old in 2030, it'd be foolish for him to completely rule out representing England then. Modern football medicine has allowed players to extend their primes, and Kane should be an elite option if he doesn't suffer any debilitating injuries.
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Thankfully, Kane's competitors as England's No. 9 are still not polished prospects. The likes of Liam Delap could emerge as options in the next four years, but it seems Kane's spot up top is safe for as long as he wants to represent the national team.
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