England players leave concert early to meet World Cup curfew
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England captain Harry Kane and teammates Dan Burn and Jason Steele attended a concert by US country music star Ella Langley in Independence, Missouri, during a day off granted by manager Thomas Tuchel. The players had to leave before the final three songs to comply with their team curfew. Burn, a Newcastle United defender, described Kane as a big country music fan and noted that the captain often selects country music on the hotel record player. Kane scored twice in England’s 4-2 win over Croatia in their opening World Cup match. The trio had previously been unable to see Langley perform in West Palm Beach due to curfew restrictions. Kane later posted pictures from the concert on Instagram, thanking Langley for hosting them.
What’s reported
Harry Kane, Dan Burn, and Jason Steele attended an Ella Langley concert in Independence, Missouri.
The players left early to make their curfew, missing the last three songs.
Kane scored twice in England’s 4-2 win over Croatia in their opening World Cup match.
Manager Thomas Tuchel gave the players a day off on Friday.
Burn said Kane is a big country music fan and often picks country music on the hotel record player.
Langley is best known for her hit “Choosin’ Texas,” which topped US charts and reached number 12 in the UK.
Kane posted concert pictures on Instagram, writing: “Great to meet you @ellalangleymusic, thank you for having us! Amazing show, keep smashing it!”
Key figures
Harry Kane – England captain and forward
Dan Burn – England and Newcastle United defender
Jason Steele – England and Brighton & Hove Albion goalkeeper
Thomas Tuchel – England manager
Ella Langley – US country music star
Sources: BBC News
