Declan Rice: Harry Kane is a Role Model for All of Us and It's a Great Honor to Play Alongside Him

England midfielder Declan Rice expressed his great admiration for his teammate and national team captain Harry Kane, affirming that having the Bayern Munich striker among the "Three Lions" adds exceptional value to the team both on and off the field.

Rice said, "He is one of the players I consider myself very fortunate to have in the England team, and it is an honor for me to play with him," before adding, "He is our captain and a role model, and he gives his utmost effort in training."

Kane is considered one of the leading figures of the current generation of the English national team, having worn the captain's armband since 2018. He is also regarded as England's all-time top scorer and one of the key players in coach Thomas Tuchel's lineup during the 2026 World Cup.

Rice's statements come after the strong start of the English national team in the World Cup, where Kane played a pivotal role in the victory over Croatia, scoring two goals and delivering a leadership performance that earned him the Man of the Match award.

Kane is widely praised within the England camp for his professionalism and daily commitment, being seen as a role model for young players. Meanwhile, Rice is considered one of the leading candidates to captain the team in the future due to his leadership qualities and growing influence within the squad.