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The England captain fielded questions from reporters alongside boss Gareth Southgate ahead of England’s clash with Scotland, but decided not to move the bottles positioned in front of him, unlike some of his fellow superstars at Euro 2020.
Portugal talisman Ronaldo caused a stir earlier this week when he moved two Coke bottles out of view, while making clear his preference for “Agua” (water).
The fact the water he was holding up was also manufactured by the same brand seemed to escape his attentions, but his opposition to the sugary drinks was clear all the same.
Coca Cola are one of the main sponsors of the tournament and have paid to have their products front and centre at press conferences involving star names.
France midfielder Pogba soon followed suit with two bottles of Heineken beer – another of the main sponsors – although for differing reasons.
The 28-year-old is a practicing Muslim and his religion forbids drinking alcohol, though the bottles he removed were Heineken’s 0% alternative.
Italy’s Manuel Locatelli also got rid of the Coke bottles, but with the spotlight on Kane, the England striker was content with keeping the sponsors happy.
