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Kane deserves to break England cap record — Modric

Luka Modric has hailed Harry Kane after the England captain made history by becoming the most-capped men’s player, saying “he deserves it.”

Kane won cap number 126 as the national side stormed to a 2-1 victory against Croatia at Wembley on Thursday, with Kane scoring the winning goal from the penalty spot.

The 33-year-old has previously shown admiration for his former Tottenham teammate Modric for his longevity and professionalism, labelling him an “inspiration.”

Modric has now dealt out his own praise on Kane and told Sky Sports after the game.

“Really impressive and I’m happy for him. He deserved it, he’s always very humble guy and always working hard and he deserved that.

“Everything that is happening to him and as I said, really happy for him and it must be very emotional for him too.

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“Because I remember when I got most capped player for your country, it’s something special. And [to have won] the Ballon d’Or and everything, it must be very emotional for him,” Modric said.

Kane was presented with a gift from the Croatian team and a gold crest from Peter Shilton, who held the record of 125 caps for 36 years.

Sporting Tribune

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