Harry Kane has revealed new details about his unexpected round of golf with Donald Trump, describing the experience as “pretty surreal” as England prepare for their huge World Cup quarter-final against Norway.
Harry Kane described playing golf with Donald Trump as a ‘pretty surreal experience’
The England and Bayern Munich forward is a keen golfer (pictured playing in Faro, Portugal)
The England captain confirmed that he had played with the United States President during a trip to Palm Beach around 18 months ago. Trump had first brought up the meeting earlier in the week, praising Kane as a “great player” and also complimenting his ability on the golf course.
Kane, who is known to be a keen golfer away from football, admitted the invitation was not something he expected. He said that when a president invites you to play, it naturally becomes a unique moment, and he was grateful for the chance to meet him in that setting.
The Bayern Munich striker also returned the compliment, saying Trump’s golf game was genuinely impressive. Kane joked that he hopes he can play as well as Trump when he reaches the same age, adding that the round was one of the more unusual experiences of his sporting life.
The comments came during England’s build-up to Saturday’s quarter-final with Norway, a match that could define their World Cup campaign. Kane was decisive in the dramatic last-16 win over Mexico, scoring from the penalty spot in a 3-2 victory that pushed Thomas Tuchel’s side into the final eight.
Trump’s praise followed that performance, with the US President posting on social media that Kane was a great player before later telling reporters that he liked the England striker and had enjoyed playing golf with him.
Kane also spoke warmly about another high-profile figure who has been around the England camp: David Beckham. The former England captain visited the squad at Inter Miami’s Fort Lauderdale facilities and offered his support before the Norway clash.
According to Kane, Beckham regularly sends messages after England games and remains deeply connected to the national team. The striker said it was good for the players to speak with him, describing Beckham as an England legend who understands what it means to wear the shirt and captain the country.
With Norway and Erling Haaland standing between England and a World Cup semi-final, Kane said the squad are determined to make former players and supporters proud. The focus now turns back to the pitch, where the England captain will once again carry the hopes of a nation.
