England captain Harry Kane described his experience playing golf with Donald Trump as "surreal". Kane revealed this during a press conference ahead of England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway, scheduled for Saturday at 22:00 BST in Miami. The encounter took place 18 months ago in Florida, where Trump invited him to play while Kane was in Palm Beach.
Kane's Unique Experience on the Golf Course
Kane shared his thoughts on the game, saying, "I played alright to be honest. He invited me to play when I was down in Palm Beach. So yeah, when the president invites you somewhere..." He emphasized the uniqueness of the experience, stating, "It was a pretty surreal experience just to meet him and obviously play golf with him."
The England striker praised Trump's golfing skills, mentioning, "His golf is pretty good, to be honest with you. I hope I can play golf as good as him when I'm his age, that's for sure." This encounter has drawn attention as both figures are prominent in their respective fields.
Trump's Praise for Kane
Following their game, Trump expressed his admiration for Kane, stating, "I think Kane is a great player. I played golf with him and I like him a lot. He's a good golfer too. He's really great." This endorsement from the former President adds an interesting layer to Kane's profile as he continues to lead England in the World Cup.
World Cup Context
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with Kane having already scored six goals and provided one assist in the tournament. His performance has been pivotal in helping the Three Lions advance to the quarter-finals, where they will face Norway.
- Kane's six goals and one assist in the tournament
- Trump's comment on Kane's golfing skills
- The surreal nature of their golf encounter
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