Tuesday 1 May 2018 09:53, UK
Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino says Harry Kane will be 100 per cent ready both physically and mentally for England's World Cup campaign.
Kane scored the second goal in Spurs' 2-0 win over Watford at Wembley in front of England boss Gareth Southgate to help boost Tottenham's chances of securing a top-four finish.
An ankle injury had affected Kane in recent weeks but Pochettino believes he will be firing on all cylinders by the time the Three Lions begin their World Cup campaign in Russia against Tunisia on June 18.
Asked if Kane could play himself back to 100 per cent before the tournament, Pochettino replied: "Yes of course.
"He's a strong guy - physically and mentally. I am sure that, first of all, he will perform for us and no doubt he will arrive in very good condition for the World Cup.
"He needs to improve his performance still but I'm happy, 150 games, 105 goals, what more can we say, he is a fantastic striker.
"It wasn't a great period for him in the last few weeks, he's human like anyone and a little bit affected but with the help of everyone he's doing well."
Spurs eased to victory but had to rely on Hugo Lloris to keep out Watford on a number of occasions.
The France international has come under criticism in recent weeks but his display against the Hornets was praised by Pochettino.
The Argentine said: "Hugo Lloris showed fantastic skill and why he's one of the best 'keepers in the world.
"I think he showed he's brave, the quality of performance and everything - Hugo's showed he's one of the best, I have no doubt about that."
