Sport nationKasper Schmeichel Expects Harry Kane to Play Despite Missing Bayern Munich Training
Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel has expressed his expectation that Harry Kane will play for Bayern Munich in their Champions League playoff tie on Tuesday, despite the England striker missing training due to a facial injury. Schmeichel, who has a long history of facing Kane, believes that the 31-year-old will be determined to play in the crucial match.
Schmeichel’s comments came in response to news that Kane had missed Bayern Munich’s training session ahead of the match. However, the Celtic goalkeeper is not buying into the idea that Kane will be absent from the starting lineup. “He will play [smiles],” Schmeichel told Celtic TV with a chuckle. “Listen, I know Harry (Kane) from our time together at Leicester and I have played against him so many times that I can’t imagine he wouldn’t play.”
Schmeichel’s assessment of Kane’s character is based on his experience of playing with and against the England striker. The two players have a long history, having faced each other on numerous occasions in the Premier League. Schmeichel’s comments suggest that he believes Kane will be driven to play in the match, despite any injury concerns.
Kane’s record against Schmeichel is impressive, with the Bayern Munich striker having scored 19 goals against the Celtic goalkeeper in his career. This is five more goals than Kane has scored against any other goalkeeper. Schmeichel will be hoping to prevent Kane from adding to this tally on Tuesday.
The match between Bayern Munich and Celtic promises to be an exciting encounter, with the German side holding a 2-1 lead from the first leg. Celtic will need to win by a two-goal margin or more to qualify for the next round, or take the match to penalties if they win by a single goal. With Kane’s participation expected, the match is set to be a thrilling contest between two of Europe’s top teams.
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