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England Beats Mexico, Trump Praises Kane, Faces Backlash

7/6/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that Harry Kane is a “GREAT player,” overlooking Jude Bellingham’s two goals.
England defeated Mexico 3-2 at Azteca Stadium, moving on to the World Cup quarter-finals.
Several social-media users accused Trump of bias, recalling his 2015 comment that Mexican immigrants bring crime and drugs.
Other commenters mocked the focus on Kane and warned that Trump’s endorsement might affect England’s next match.

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U.S. President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that Harry Kane is a “GREAT player,” overlooking Jude Bellingham’s two goals.
England defeated Mexico 3-2 at Azteca Stadium, moving on to the World Cup quarter-finals.
Several social-media users accused Trump of bias, recalling his 2015 comment that Mexican immigrants bring crime and drugs.
Other commenters mocked the focus on Kane and warned that Trump’s endorsement might affect England’s next match.