Harry Kane is looking forward to a Club World Cup quarter-final clash with PSG after helping Bayern Munich through a “really difficult” last-16 encounter.

Kane Keeps Bayern Dream Alive With Brace as Club World Cup Clash With PSG Looms

Harry Kane Reflects on “Really Difficult” Flamengo Battle as Bayern Munich Set Up Quarter-Final Date With Paris Saint-Germain

Harry Kane continues to make the FIFA Club World Cup his personal proving ground. After a turbulent path through the group stage, Bayern Munich had to dig deep in sweltering Miami to get past a spirited Flamengo side in the last-16. But thanks to a sharp, clinical performance from their English talisman, the German champions came away with a 4-2 victory—one that sets up a mouth-watering quarter-final showdown with Paris Saint-Germain.

Kane, who notched a well-taken brace in the win, admitted after the match that it had been far from straightforward. The weather, the opposition, the pressure of knockout football—everything was stacked to make life difficult. But the 31-year-old striker relished every minute of the contest and is already looking ahead to Bayern’s next big test.

“What a Game”: Kane Reflects on Humid Miami Showdown With Flamengo

Speaking after the game, Kane was both relieved and proud of the result. Posting to his Instagram, he said:

“Wow. What a game. What a tough game first and foremost. The conditions made it really difficult but credit to the boys the way we fought throughout the whole game.”

The conditions in Miami were indeed punishing, with heat and humidity pushing players to their physical limits. But Kane, a seasoned campaigner on the biggest stages, rose to the occasion. His first goal gave Bayern an early edge, and his second—a composed finish—sealed the win and a quarter-final berth.

“This Miami stadium’s been good to me so far this tournament,” he added. “It was nice to get a couple more—especially the second one was a nice finish to kind of seal the win. Let’s keep it going and we look forward to the next round.”

From Setback to Statement: Bayern’s Club World Cup Journey So Far

Bayern entered the knockout stages the hard way. Their unexpected defeat to Benfica in the final group-stage match meant they finished second in their pool and lost the opportunity to bypass the round of 16. That placed them in a tricky position—facing South American giants Flamengo in a high-stakes match that could’ve easily ended their tournament.

But rather than wilt under the pressure, Thomas Tuchel’s side responded with grit and composure. Kane’s goals were the difference on the scoresheet, but it was a full-team effort, with midfield dynamo Joshua Kimmich and winger Jamal Musiala also shining in difficult circumstances.

Kane’s Confidence Ahead of Paris Saint-Germain Test

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Next up for Bayern: Paris Saint-Germain. The reigning Champions League winners are no strangers to this stage, and their star-studded squad—featuring the likes of Kylian Mbappé, Achraf Hakimi, and Ousmane Dembélé—represents arguably Bayern’s toughest test yet.

Kane, however, remains unfazed.

“PSG had an amazing season,” he said. “We played them earlier in the season and won. It will be difficult but we know we can beat anyone when we’re at our level.”

That confidence is backed by precedent. Bayern defeated PSG 1-0 in Munich back in November during the Champions League group stage, with Kane also playing a crucial role in that encounter. With his current form and a renewed sense of belief after breaking his long-standing trophy drought in 2025, Kane is feeling sharp and ready to lead again.

Eyes on the Prize: Kane Targets Golden Boot Glory

With three goals already in the Club World Cup, Kane is very much in the race for the tournament’s Golden Boot. It would be yet another individual accolade in what has already been a standout year. The Englishman finished as Bundesliga’s top scorer for a second consecutive season and finally got his hands on silverware—ending years of personal and professional frustration.

That hunger is what’s driving him now. For Kane, this isn’t just about personal milestones—it’s about proving that he can be a consistent difference-maker on the global stage for club and country.

“Time to recover now, spend a bit of time with the family and then prepare like we prepare every other game,” he said. “Really enjoying my time out here.”

Bayern’s Title Ambitions Still Burning Bright

For Bayern, the Club World Cup offers a chance to reassert themselves as one of football’s elite. They’ve endured a mixed year domestically, surrendering their Bundesliga crown to Bayer Leverkusen, but this tournament gives them an opportunity to end the campaign on a high.

With Tuchel guiding the squad and Kane firing on all cylinders, Bayern’s path to the final is still full of hurdles—but also rich with opportunity. If they can get past PSG, they’ll enter the semi-finals as legitimate favourites to lift the trophy.

Kane’s leadership, finishing, and experience will be central to that mission.

What’s Next?

Quarter-final vs PSG: The stage is set for one of the most anticipated clashes of the tournament. Bayern vs PSG always delivers drama, and with Kane and Mbappé headlining, this one should be no different.
Recovery & Preparation: Bayern will spend the next few days focusing on recovery and tactical drills. Miami’s heat has taken its toll, and rotation could be key if they want to maintain intensity.
Golden Boot Watch: Kane is among the tournament’s top scorers, and with at least one more match to come, the opportunity is there for him to make another mark.