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Russia 2018: Kane strikes late as England beat Tunisia 2-1

By Mutala Yakubu
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England captain Harry Kane struck a late winner as England beat Tunisia 2-1 in a Group E game of Russia 2018.


England one of the favourites for the tournament got off to a flying start.

Harry Kane who is a predator in the box latched onto a rebound in the 11 minute to give England the lead.

The English dominated large portions of the game until an elbow from Kyle Walker to the face of Tunisian player Ben Youssef resulted in a penalty.

Tunisian midfielder Ferjani Sassi stepped up and converted the spot-kick in the 35th minute.

Tunisia held their own and drew 1-1 at halftime.

England started the second half a bit dull but came to life in the latter stages as they threw everything at the Tunisian defence.

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The winner came in added time after Harry Kane connected to a header from Harry Maguire to win it 2-1 for England.

Africa are still without a win as Egypt, Morocco, Nigeria and Tunisia have all lost their opening games.

Senegal will play Poland on June 19, 2018.

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