The video was actually meant to build anticipation for the World Cup. Instead, a promotional clip featuring the English national team and Harry Kane is currently sparking debate on social media. Ironically, the captain of the Three Lions finds himself unwittingly at the center of it all.
Shortly before the start of the World Cup, the English Football Association released a behind-the-scenes look at the official World Cup photo shoot. The footage was intended to get fans in the mood for the tournament and show how Thomas Tuchel’s team is presenting itself for the big stage.
But one scene drew unexpected attention.
As the camera captures various moments of the shoot, Harry Kane can be seen briefly in the background changing clothes. The Bayern striker appears in the frame wearing only his underwear.
Whether this sequence ended up in the final video on purpose or was simply overlooked remained unclear at first. In any case, the scene quickly sparked numerous reactions on social media.
Many fans were surprised, while others reacted with humor. “Which social media admin decided to post Harry in his underwear?” asked one user on platform X.
Fans react with mockery
Harry Kane seems to have been a victim of the crime 😭 https://t.co/z9hjrMf35r pic.twitter.
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— Underdog (@Underdog) June 13, 2026
Within a few hours, clips from the video were spreading across social media. English fans, in particular, mocked the association and questioned the quality control behind the release.
For Harry Kane himself, the scene is unlikely to hold much significance. The 32-year-old is currently fully focused on the World Cup and is once again leading England as captain.
Nevertheless, the otherwise trivial clip quickly became a hot topic of conversation surrounding the national team.
Another blunder for the English Football Association
The story received additional attention due to another incident off the field.
According to English media reports, a transport vehicle belonging to the national team was stolen in Kansas. Among other things, training materials, shoes, and other equipment went missing.
Many fans also took a humorous approach to this event. One user joked that the thieves had apparently even taken Harry Kane’s pants.
Despite the curious side stories, attention in England is now focused on the game itself.
With Harry Kane, Thomas Tuchel’s team has one of the most important players in the entire tournament. After an outstanding season with FC Bayern, the striker is once again among the Three Lions’ biggest hopes.
England kicks off the World Cup against Croatia on Wednesday. By then, at the latest, the discussions about the video should fade into the background.
Officials will nevertheless hope that, going forward, it will be performances on the field rather than unintended scenes from the background of a video that make the headlines.