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​England captain Kane steps in to defend Man Utd defender Maguire

England captain Harry Kane is the latest to criticise the England supporters who booed center half Harry Maguire against Ivory Coast.

Maguire received a few boos when his name was read out ahead of the 3-0 win against the African nation at Wembley this week.

His manager Gareth Southgate and other players were also upset by the treatment of the Manchester United captain.

"We've worked hard to rebuild our connection with England fans in the last few years so to hear Harry Maguire booed at Wembley before kick off was just not right," Kane posted on Twitter.

"The fact that he's been brilliant on the pitch and given us all so many great memories makes it even harder to understand.

"He doesn't deserve that reception. He's got full support in the changing room and should have the same from every England fan."

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