Harry Kane is on the brink of making his 100th appearance for England in the upcoming UEFA Nations League Group B2 home game against Finland on Tuesday. In a recent press conference, Kane expressed his ambition to extend his playing career into his late thirties, drawing inspiration from Cristiano Ronaldo's remarkable longevity.
Ronaldo, 39, recently celebrated the 901st goal of his career with Portugal's 2-1 victory over Scotland on September 8. His sustained performance at an elite level serves as a benchmark for many aspiring footballers.
\"I feel in really good shape. I feel both physically and mentally at a peak in my career,\" Kane shared. \"Just watching other players like Ronaldo scoring his 901st goal yesterday and seeing him compete at 38, 39 years old, just inspires me to play for as long as possible.\"
At 31, Kane acknowledges the significant influence of both Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, whose legendary rivalry has defined a generation in the world of football. With such role models, Kane is motivated to push the boundaries of his own career longevity.
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Harry Kane wants to match Cristiano Ronaldo in career longevity
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