Select theme:

Search

Newsletter image

Subscribe to the Newsletter

Join 10k+ people to get notified about new posts, news and tips.

Do not worry we don't spam!

GDPR Compliance

We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. By continuing to use our site, you accept our use of cookies, Privacy Policy, and Terms of Service.

  • Home
  • Football
  • Didier Drogba tips ‘true leader’ Harry Kane to come back stronger from World Cup heartbreak after England penalty miss

Didier Drogba tips ‘true leader’ Harry Kane to come back stronger from World Cup heartbreak after England penalty miss

Published on December 13, 2022 at 12:19 AM

CHELSEA legend Didier Drogba has offered a message of support for Harry Kane following his penalty miss against France, insisting he will be back stronger.

The England skipper, 29, brilliantly dispatched the Three Lions’ first spot kick against the defending champions on Saturday night.

Harry Kane rifled a late penalty over the crossbar in England’s defeat to France
Didier Drogba believes Kane will come back stronger from the disappointment

But after Olivier Giroud then put France 2-1 up, Gareth Southgate‘s men were handed another penalty in the 84th minute.

Kane stepped up to face his Tottenham team-mate Hugo Lloris for a second time, only to fire over the crossbar from 12 yards.

Didier Deschamps men held on to win the match and progress through to the semi-finals.

But Drogba believes the experience will only strengthen Kane for the future.

Speaking on Twitter, he said: “It will hurt, but you are a true captain and leader.

“Really like the way you played during this World Cup, an example for strikers to watch: score, assist, hold and lead!!

“It will take time to get over it but this will make you stronger!!!”;

Drogba was reacting to Kane’s tweet on Sunday in which he admirably took the blame for England’s defeat.

CASINO SPECIAL – BEST NEW CUSTOMER SIGN UP DEALS

He said: “Absolutely gutted. We’ve given it everything and it’s come down to a small detail which I take responsibility for.

“There’s no hiding from it, it hurts and it’ll take some time to get over it but that’s part of sport.

“Now it’s about using the experience to be mentally and physically stronger for the next challenge.

“Thanks for all the support throughout the tournament – it means a lot. 🦁.”;

Drogba is familiar with penalty disappointment having missed one for Ivory Coast against Zambia in the final of the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations.

However, the ex-Chelsea striker did then go on to score in the penalty shootout which they won.

  • Share:
Flying Eze

Flying Eze

‘Patience and strength’ – Luis Diaz’s partner Gera Ponce posts photo of Liverpool ace in hospital bed after knee surgery
Prev Article

‘Patience and strength’ – Luis Diaz’s partner Gera Ponce posts photo of Liverpool ace in hospital bed after knee surgery

Next Article

‘Let’s run it back’ – Anthony Joshua called out by old foe Dillian Whyte for rematch after AJ’s 2015 knockout win

‘Let’s run it back’ – Anthony Joshua called out by old foe Dillian Whyte for rematch after AJ’s 2015 knockout win

Related to this topic:

Comments (0):

Be the first to write a comment.

Post Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *