Harry Kane has set his sights on beating Spain and finishing top of England’s Nations League group after helping the Three Lions secure another important win on Thursday night.
The England captain converted from the penalty spot on a night he became England’s most-capped player in a 2-1 win over Croatia to book their place in the quarter-finals.
Speaking to ITV after the match, Kane made it clear that beating Spain and topping the group is a major target for England.
“100%. After the first game when we lost here against them, we knew we left a bit out there,” he said.
“We knew we could’ve done a bit better. We said to ourselves let’s win every game until the next one and see what happens.
“It’s the perfect opportunity now on Sunday to try and prove ourselves.”
The Bayern Munich striker was pleased with England’s performance on Thursday, although he admitted there were areas that needed improving ahead of the showdown.
“An incredible gesture, reception at the start of the game,” Kane said.
“Once the game starts, it’s about getting the win, getting the three points. We’re playing against a tough team, a team that wanted to prove something tonight.
“I think for large spells of the game we done well. Got a little bit tired towards the end but overall a really great win and sets up a great game on Sunday now.”
England captain explains penalty mindset after Bayern miss
Kane also discussed his successful penalty, revealing he was particularly determined to score after missing his previous spot-kick for Bayern Munich.
“Same as ever. I missed my last one for Bayern, so I think it’s always important to try and bounce back with the next one,” he explained.
“Try to not miss two in a row but executing. I practiced yesterday like I always do and it’s just about going out there and doing it out on the pitch.”
