Kane says Tuchel brings energy and passion to the team

In the focus match of the second round of the European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, England defeated Latvia 3-0 with goals from Reece James, Kane and Eze. Kane said that coach Tuchel brought energy and passion to the team and believed that the team would get better and better.

Reece James scored a free kick in the 38th minute, helping England take the lead 1-0. In the 68th minute of the second half, Rice received a pass from Morgan Rogers and passed it across the goal. Kane seized the opportunity and shot the ball, helping England continue to lead Latvia 2-0.

In the 76th minute, Eze received a pass from Foden and volleyed the ball into the goal, helping England to expand its lead to 3-0. In the end, England defeated Latvia 3-0 at Wembley Stadium and achieved two consecutive victories.

Kane, who has scored 71 goals for the England national team, said: “We have more offensive routines, created more opportunities, and become more creative in offense, but this game is still not easy. Facing a team that retreats and tries to compress space, we must make good use of the wingers. The players who came on the bench also brought a good influence. We kept a clean sheet in both games and we can be satisfied with the result.”

“We talked about how we move in the box and how we find the source of assists. We have to be patient, use the wide players and have enough offensive players in the box. Declan thought he could create a threat with this run, and he did it and sent a wonderful cross.”

Kane continued, "Reece James's kick has a strong topspin effect, and we saw him constantly trying to shoot in training. Frankly speaking, the distance from that position was not close, but when I observed the goal, I found that his shot was extremely accurate and powerful, and the ball was lifted up perfectly by him. This is really a wonderful goal."

In addition, when talking about England's new coach Tuchel, Kane said, "He is really great and quickly integrated into the team. It is an honor to have him as a coach. He brings great energy and passion to the team, and also shows a very high level in tactical analysis."

"This is our first training period under his guidance and we know the team will continue to improve. I believe he is happy with the performance so far and we are also happy to have him here."