Harry Kane was substituted during England’s second game against Denmark Harry Kane moved to allay fears over his fitness at Euro 2024 before suggesting that Gary Lineker’s comments after England’s draw with Denmark were unhelpful. Kane opened his account for the tournament against Denmark but was withdrawn in the second half as Gareth Southgate’s side slumped to a 1-1 draw in Frankfurt.
‘What maybe ex-players, ex-players who are pundits now have got to realise, it’s very hard not to listen to it now, especially for young players who are not used to it or some players are new to the environment. ‘I always feel like they have a responsibility, I know they’ve got to be honest and have their opinion but they have a responsibility as an ex-England player that a lot of players looked up to, people do care about what they say and do listen to them.