Harry Kane insists he never doubted that major trophies would eventually arrive in his career, but says winning silverware with England remains the ultimate ambition.
The Bayern Munich striker endured several painful disappointments before finally getting his hands on major club honours. England’s defeat by Spain in the Euro 2024 final was followed by another frustrating campaign at club level, with Bayern missing out on the Bundesliga title during Kane’s first season in Germany.
However, the England captain says those setbacks never made him question whether he would eventually enjoy success.
“After any big loss, especially a final loss, emotions are very high,” Kane said.
“I don’t think I ever doubted that it would come. It was frustrating not to have reached that yet in my career. A lot of these moments you have to get over quickly.”
Kane finally ended his wait for major silverware with Bayern the following season, describing the achievement as a weight lifted off his shoulders.
“In the end it did happen the next season, maybe that was a weight off my shoulder,” he added.
The 33-year-old also believes his recent performances have been at the highest level of his career, suggesting that could have contributed to his eventual breakthrough.
England trophy remains Kane’s biggest ambition
While ending his club trophy drought was an important milestone, Kane is not satisfied with what he has achieved so far.
The England captain remains determined to lead his country to a major international honour, having previously experienced the disappointment of losing European Championship finals.
Winning a European Championship or World Cup with England remains the defining ambition of his career.
“To win a team trophy with England, a major trophy, is my biggest dream,” Kane said.
“It’s always been my biggest dream to win a European Championship, a World Cup or both hopefully.”
Kane acknowledged the difficulty of achieving that goal but insisted he remains highly motivated, particularly with the quality available to him at both club and international level.
“I know how difficult that is so extremely motivated to do that. I’m surrounded by great teams both club and country so hopefully it is an exciting time ahead,” he added.
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