The Harry Kane Curse: How England Skipper Just Can't Win Trophies, ENG Continue To Suffer

England have yet again missed the chance to end the prolonged wait of winning an international trophy. They haven't been able to get their hands around a title since 1966, when they won the World Cup. They came close on occasions but had to chew the tough pill of disappointment each time. The EURO 2024 will go down as one such big event when the Three Lions had a golden chance to win the championship but on the day at Olympiastadion Berlin, they fell short against Spain, losing the final 2-1.

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'Harry Kane Curse Goes On'

England captain Harry Kane could not hide his disappointment following the end of the EURO 2024 Final and seemingly broke down into tears. Kane, who hasn't been able to win a single trophy both at club level and at international stage in an otherwise brilliant career, will have to endure the dismay of defeat again. Since, his drought when it comes to winning trophies is widely recognised by fans, users on social media could not refrain from mentioning that it was the "Harry Kane Curse" that struck England again.

Kane, who made history at the competition by becoming the highest goal scorer at the knockout stages of EUROs (7 goals), is facing derision on social media.

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Not The End, Until It Is

Harry Kane's case highlights the fact that sports at times could be cruel. However, as has been witnessed in many other disciplines, persistence eventually pays off. Thus, it may not be this time for Harry Kane, but it might as well be some time in the future. Kane is 30 years old and it could be asserted that he has a long way to go.