Qatar 2022: Kane trains despite injury concern

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England captain Harry Kane was able to train with his team-mate on Wednesday, boosting hopes he will be fit for Friday’s World Cup group match against the United States.

Kane sustained a blow early in the second half during the 6-2 victory over Iran in Group B on Monday.

He was due to have a scan to assess the damage on Wednesday, but England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford said the striker is “fine”.

“I think he is good,” said Pickford.

“I’m sure he is fine. He was out on the grass with us today which is good. He is our captain.”

Tottenham’s Kane has scored 51 goals in 76 appearances for the Three Lions.

Midfielder James Maddison missed the Iran match as he recovers from a knee issue, while defender Harry Maguire came off feeling ill on Monday.

Maddison did not train with the rest of the squad on Wednesday but Maguire was involved.

Callum Wilson did not train in a light session with the rest of the substitutes at England’s Al Wakrah training base on Wednesday, but is not considered a fitness doubt.