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Harry Kane is already thinking about life after soccer and his wild plan could take him to the NFL
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Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane confirmed his ambition to transition into a professional NFL kicker after soccer.
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The England captain considers a future move to MLS as a strategic bridge toward American football.
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Kane stands out as a leading Ballon d’Or contender after scoring an extraordinary 73 goals in 2026.
Even while operating at the absolute peak of world football as a frontrunner for the Ballon d’Or, Harry Kane remains focused on a bold cross sporting transition following his soccer career. The England captain and Bayern Munich superstar reiterated his serious intention to pursue a career as an NFL kicker once he officially steps away from professional football, describing the project as a realistic long term ambition.
Another magic milestone for Harry Kane! ⭐
The England captain becomes the quickest player to score 100 goals in Bundesliga history! 🏴💯 pic.twitter.com/tKOWYfE6Cl
— Match of the Day (@BBCMOTD) September 18, 2026
Converting penalty expertise into NFL field goals
The 33 year old striker, who has registered an astonishing 73 goals across 2026, believes his world class set piece technique translates directly to field goal kicking on the gridiron. Kane noted that the mental mechanics and high pressure execution required for penalty taking mirror the demands placed on American football kickers. He emphasized that making the transition would require six months to a year of dedicated preparation to properly master the technical nuances of the sport.
Major League Soccer as a gateway to the American gridiron
To streamline a prospective move into American football, the former Tottenham star revealed he is open to completing his soccer career within Major League Soccer. Playing in the United States could allow him to align competitive seasons while getting accustomed to North American sports culture, drawing inspiration from Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey, who successfully transitioned from professional soccer to the NFL.
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Chasing Ballon d’Or glory before switching sports
Despite his long term gridiron ambitions, Kane clarified that his current focus remains entirely dedicated to elite European competition over the next several years. The prolific goalscorer expressed immense pride regarding his strong candidacy for the Ballon d’Or, aiming to become the first English player to claim the prestigious award since Michael Owen in 2001 while maximizing his peak playing years with Bayern Munich.
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Cover photos from: @harrykane
