Harry Kane Eyes Redemption After World Cup Penalty Miss

England captain Harry Kane is determined to move past his missed penalty in the 2022 World Cup quarterfinals against France. Reflecting on the toughest moment of his career, Kane aims to perform better at the 2026 World Cup in North America. Recently, he scored twice in England’s 5-0 win over Latvia, taking his international tally to 76 goals, and remains focused on reaching 100.

In the build-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, England captain Harry Kane is determined to move past the haunting memory of his missed penalty in the 2022 World Cup quarterfinals. During the match against France in Qatar, with England trailing 2-1, Kane missed a crucial spot-kick after already scoring a penalty in the same game. He described the moment as the toughest of his career, saying that carrying such responsibility and failing at a skill he had executed countless times was hard to process.

Kane expressed his motivation to make amends at the upcoming World Cup in North America, aiming to help England progress further and pursue the trophy. Recently, Kane showcased his form as England secured a 5-0 victory over Latvia to confirm their qualification for the 2026 World Cup, with the striker scoring twice to take his international goal tally to 76.

At 32 years of age, Kane remains confident in his abilities, noting that he feels physically strong and sharp in his movement and pressing. He hinted at the possibility of reaching 100 international goals, emphasizing his ongoing drive and readiness to continue contributing at the highest level for England. Kane’s focus now is on redemption and leading his team to success in the next World Cup.