Washington DC, July 6 -- United States President Donald Trump praised England captain Harry Kane following the striker's performance in England's FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 victory over Mexico.

Kane played a key role in England's thrilling 3-2 victory over co-hosts Mexico, converting a second-half penalty after Anthony Gordon was fouled inside the box. The goal was Kane's sixth of the tournament and helped England secure a place in the World Cup quarter-finals.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump described the Bayern Munich striker as a "great player."

"Harry Kane of England is a GREAT player," Trump wrote.

Kane continued his remarkable form against Mexico, registering a goal and an assist to take his tally to 81 goal involvements i...