England captain Harry Kane has come under fire after confirming he played a round of golf with former U.
S. President Donald Trump in Palm Beach, Florida.
The revelation came just days before England's World Cup quarter-final match against Norway.
The Bayern Munich striker explained that the game took place about 18 months ago during his club's winter break.
He described the experience as surreal and expressed gratitude for the invitation.
Kane praised Trump's golf skills, saying he hopes to play as well at the same age.
Trump had earlier praised Kane on social media following England's victory over Mexico, calling him a "GREAT player."
The news sparked immediate criticism from political commentators, scholars, and social media users.
Writer Musa Okwonga called it "bleak," while political scientist Jules Boykoff warned of a "Trump Curse" on the team.
Former political aide Murshed Zaheed expressed strong displeasure, saying Kane is being used as a "sports washing tool."
