Fifa World Cup: Harry Kane fit to play versus USA

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Gareth Southgate said Kane is fine and a scan confirmed the same. "Harry is fine. He has worked slightly separately from the group but all good for Friday night," said England manager Southgate.

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Performance

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Record

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