Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane has praised Arsenal attacking midfielder Emile Smith Rowe on ITV (9:42pm, November 15, 2021).
What’s the story?
Arsenal star Smith Rowe scored for England against San Marino last night.
The 21-year-old, who can also play as a winger, found the back of the net in the 58th minute.
The Hale End academy graduate also provided an assist.
England won the 2022 World Cup qualifier 10-0.
Tottenham striker Kane scored four goals.
The Three Lions booked their place in Qatar.
What Harry Kane has said
Spurs striker Kane was impressed by Smith Rowe and has praised his England international teammate.
Kane said about Smith Rowe on ITV (9:42pm, November 15, 2021): “He has had a fantastic season so far. Great for him to play and score a goal today.
“He has got all the qualities, the qualities are there for sure, so he just needs to keep working hard, keep his head down, and I am sure that he will have a great future.”
Encouraging from Harry Kane
Tottenham and Arsenal are bitter North London rivals.
Despite that, Kane has publicly praised Smith Rowe.
It shows the kind of person and leader Kane is.
It also shows just how good Smith Rowe is.
The Arsenal no. 10 has improved and progressed a lot over the past two seasons.
Yes, it was only San Marino last night, but you can only beat what’s in front of you.
In our view, the Arsenal star is now going to be a key contender for a place in the England squad for the Qatar World Cup.
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