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Kane’s 50th-Minute Strike Seals England’s 1-0 Win Over Andorra
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Harry Kane’s second-half strike secured a hard-fought 1-0 win for England over Andorra in their 2026 World Cup qualifier, keeping a perfect record.
England broke down a stubborn Andorran blockade to earn a gritty 1-0 victory in their 2026 World Cup qualifier on June 7. Harry Kane stood tallest in the 50th minute to tuck in a rebound after Noni Madueke's initial effort was parried by goalkeeper Iker Álvarez, stitching up a breakthrough.
For all their dominance and creation of multiple openings, Thomas Tuchel's team were thwarted time and again by Álvarez's brilliance. Jude Bellingham dictated the play from midfield and Cole Palmer tested Andorra's deep defence, but gilt-edged opportunities were in short supply.
Tuchel introduced tactical adjustments, bringing on Trent Alexander-Arnold and Declan Rice at half-time to secure control. While doubts remain over England's effectiveness in goal, the win stretches their ideal qualifying record to three victories from three. The Three Lions turn their attention to their next Group K challenge, boosted by the narrow but invaluable three points.