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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
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Dan Kilpatrick

How Harry Kane banished injury misery as England captain looks to hit peak condition for World Cup

Harry Kane was quick to take precautions when reminded here in Milan that the ankle injuries that once plagued his career appear to have cleared up.

“Touch wood,” responded Kane, instinctively tapping his temples with both hands. When it comes to his body, the England captain is unwilling to take even the slightest chance and his efforts to be in the best shape for this winter’s World Cup extend way beyond mere superstition.

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