England captain Harry Kane dismisses media claims of rift before Argentina semi‑final

After England’s 2‑1 extra‑time victory over Norway in the World Cup quarter‑final, some outlets suggested a split between manager Thomas Tuchel and midfielder Jude Bellingham. Captain Harry Kane refuted the narrative, telling the BBC that the press had “exaggerated a brief post‑match exchange” and that creating division was “an English thing” at major tournaments. Tuchel subsequently held a squad meeting, saying there was “no problem” with Bellingham’s comments and that both men “come from the same place” – a competitive mindset. He praised the team’s mentality while acknowledging technical flaws in the Norway game. The England camp now focuses on the upcoming semi‑final against Argentina in Atlanta, with Tuchel stressing unity and readiness. Both the manager and the players insist the squad remains cohesive ahead of the high‑stakes match.