June 24, 2026
Harry Kane endured a rare moment of profligacy as the England captain blazed a gilt-edged chance over the bar late in Tuesday's 0-0 draw with Ghana, denying his side the victory that would have secured a place in the World Cup round of 32.
With England pressing for a late winner, Nico O'Reilly rose highest to meet a cross and guided a header against the crossbar.
The rebound dropped invitingly for Kane six yards from goal, but the Bayern Munich striker, who scored twice in England's opening 4-2 win over Croatia, unexpectedly sent his effort soaring over the top.
The miss stunned England supporters behind the goal, with Kane the player most would have backed to convert from such a position.
