Tottenham Hotspur’s star striker Harry Kane has expressed his admiration for former manager Antonio Conte, who left the club in March. In a recent interview, Kane hailed the Italian as a “great man” and wished him the best in his future endeavors. Conte was appointed in November 2021 and helped guide Spurs to a Champions League finish last season. However, results have been inconsistent in the current campaign.
Conte’s tenure at Tottenham came to an end following a disappointing draw against Southampton just prior to the international break, during which the team surrendered a two-goal lead late on. The Italian coach criticized his players in an explosive press conference after the match. Reflecting on the incident, Kane admitted that it was an “emotional moment” for the team, as they should have won the game on the south coast after conceding two poor goals.
Despite the disappointing end to Conte’s tenure, Kane spoke highly of the manager, stating that he had a great relationship with him. He also acknowledged that the team needed to improve in certain areas and keep fighting to achieve their goals. Tottenham’s battle for a top-four finish continues, with Kane emphasizing the importance of grit and determination in grinding out results.
Kane himself has been in the headlines recently, following criticism for going to ground after being struck by Everton midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure in a recent draw. Despite the backlash, Kane remains focused on helping his team and moving forward. Tottenham bounced back with a crucial 2-1 win over Brighton & Hove Albion, with Kane praising the team’s grit and defending.
Looking ahead, Tottenham must continue to fight and win their remaining games in hopes of securing a top-four finish. Kane acknowledged that there has been a lot of noise surrounding the team this season, but emphasized the importance of staying focused on the present and doing what they can to improve. With injuries hopefully healing soon, Kane is confident that Tottenham can continue to push for a Champions League spot.