England Captain Harry KaneEngland Captain Harry Kane has deep Connemara roots
We know, we know... Basically no self respecting Irish fan wants to see England do well at the World Cup this year.
However, for people in Connemara Co. Galway, it's a different story. Why? Because English Captain and Tottenham Striker Harry Kane actually has very strong ties to the area.
Tottenham fans can often be heard singing ''Harry Kane, he's one of our own...'' However, he is in fact one of our own also and has relatives living in Letterfrack and Renvyle.
Kane’s grandfather, Michael John was born and reared in the townland of Dawros in Letterfrack and emigrated to England as a young man.
In May 2013, Michael John died and was brought back home to be buried in Letterfrack, with Kane flying West for the funeral.
And his relatives and are looking forward to him returning to the area soon.
Speaking to the Connacht Tribune, one of Kane's cousins, Liz Kane said the build-up to the World Cup in Connemara has so far been low-key but she admitted Harry Kane’s extended family will be glued to the telly for the matches.
“We will of course be watching – definitely. It’s huge, absolutely it is, and to be captain as well. We’re super proud of him and his achievements,” Liz said.
“Someone said to me the other day that it gives us a reason now to support England because their captain is a Connemara man – it’s hilarious.”
She added the local pubs and hotels will have a real buzz about them during England's matches.
“Harry’s father Pat, and his brothers Michael and John, who are based in London, are real sociable lads when they come home. I know Molloy’s pub in Letterfrack village will be supporting Harry no end. Veldon’s (in Letterfrack) and all the pubs in Tullycross and Renvyle probably will as well!”
Still while we aren't quite so ready to throw our full support England... let's just hope Harry scores a few goals, and makes a good account of himself.
As for the rest of the team... well.
