Thomas Frank has officially redefined the striker role. By comparing Harry Kane to legendary playmaker Andrea Pirlo, Frank highlights a rare evolution.

Kane isn't just a goal-scoring No. 9; he’s a tactical hybrid operating as a No.

6, 10, and 9 simultaneously. Like an NFL quarterback, Kane reads defenses in real-time, pulling strings from deep to orchestrate England’s entire offensive strategy.

6, 10, and 9 simultaneously. Like an NFL quarterback, Kane reads defenses in real-time, pulling strings from deep to orchestrate England’s entire offensive strategy.

6, 10, and 9 simultaneously. Like an NFL quarterback, Kane reads defenses in real-time, pulling strings from deep to orchestrate England’s entire offensive strategy.