Emile Heskey names the one player who can win the 2026 World Cup for England

EXCLUSIVE: Emile Heskey is adamant that one player can help England win its first World Cup since 1966.

With the biggest competition in sport just around the corner, the fantasy of chanting ‘It’s Coming Home’ while throwing pints aloft as ‘The Three Lions’ score the winning goal in the final is already entering the minds of the fans. And in the eyes of the man who once bagged the fifth in a historic victory over Germany, the hopes of a nation rest predominantly on the shoulders of one superstar.

Emile Heskey says Harry Kane can win the 2026 World Cup for England

Throughout his time in an England shirt, Harry Kane has delivered some truly remarkable moments. However, the one thing he hasn’t done is cross the line in an international competition.

However, according to Emile Heskey, he’s the hero to guide England to 2026 World Cup glory.

In an exclusive interview with Sporf, via ToonieBet, the former Liverpool star explained: “When you say standout players, you can’t look any further than Harry Kane when you’re talking goals. He knows how to do it; he’s had another phenomenal season in Germany, so that’s who you pin your hopes on. In terms of our chance [of winning the World Cup], we will always say there’s an expectation of getting into the final and winning, but it’s going to be very difficult, especially when you’re going into North America, where the heat, humidity and everything surrounding football is going to be tough for us. However, there is still an expectation for us to reach at least the semi-finals.”