Harry wants bond of brothers ‘FEARLESS’ PHIL WILL STAR

THREE LIONS hitman Harry Kane has called on his team-mates to create a “brotherhood” to help them get through the Euros.

Kane admits the challenge of trying to win the tournament could prove to be a long and difficult one at times.

The England skipper knows some of Gareth Southgate’s squad will have some low moments – and wants others to be there to pick them back up.

The Tottenham striker (inset with Bukayo Saka) said: “I remember my first tournament. Euro 2016. I was so excited. In a way, I was almost too excited and that ■ by JEREMY CROSS tournament didn’t go as well as I wanted it to or the country wanted it to.

“But that’s part of the learning curve, so that’s down to not just me but other players in the group who have had experience, who have been leaders.

“We have got captains from their clubs and it is just about all of the leaders helping out the younger or less experienced players, not just on the pitch but off it as well. The tournament environment is difficult. You are away from your family and friends for a long time and sometimes the hardest part is the stuff away from the games, so that’s what we’re there for, to create a real brotherhood. “There’s going to be moments when players are down and it’s just about picking each other up, talking to each other and keeping each other focused because although it is a long time, it does go quick as well.

“In the World Cup, when we were doing well, it was flying past.”

ENGLAND skipper Harry Kane has backed “fearless” Phil Foden to take the Euros by storm.

Foden, 21, has emerged as one of the greatest prospects in Europe following a stunning season with Manchester City.

Now he will look to take that form on to the international stage and help the Three Lions conquer Europe this summer.

Kane admits Foden (right) might need some help with handling the expectation off the pitch – but will have no trouble showcasing his skills on it.

The Three Lions striker ■ by JEREMY CROSS said: “Phil is great. He loves football and being out there on the pitch.

“He loves being on the ball and expressing himself.

“You’ve seen this as he’s been playing the last few years and he’s got better and better and improved.

“His game understanding has got better, his final product has got better and we all know how good he is when is dribbling past players and things like that.

“He’s taken confidence in his game and he’s learning every time he steps out onto the field. “Obviously this will be his first major tournament with his country and there are a lot of different expectations and pressures that come with that. “But that’s why we have a good squad and a good team around us to help players through that. “Phil is someone who might need a bit of help now and then. “But when he’s on the pitch, he’s fearless and just wants to play.”