2025-10-06 10:52:18
Sean WalshHarry Kane teaches Germany about ‘swaz’ in challenge to Erling Haaland! Brits Abroad winners & losers as Jobe Bellingham faces family crisis while Jamie Vardy’s Italian job takes a wrong turnGOAL runs the rule over the British players earning a living away from their homeland, with plenty more stars deciding to leave the comforts of the United Kingdom in search of a better footballing life elsewhere. The Premier League is still obviously one of the world’s most entertaining divisions and the Championship can prove fantastic for development, but there are more options out there.While some homegrown heroes enjoyed a fruitful weekend, there were quite a few tales of woe to counteract them as well. Sometimes the grass isn’t always greener, as it turns out.England’s captain and record scorer was at it again in the Bundesliga, while there’s been quite the fuss over the Bellinghams not named Jude of late. We also have updates on Barcelona’s new favourite forward, the Red Bull connoisseur in Italy and more.Each Monday this season, GOAL will bring you the definitive lowdown on British stars abroad, what they’re getting up to, who the greatest success stories are and who could do with a move back home. Let’s tuck into this week’s edition…
Harry Kane’s Bundesliga debut this weekend was nothing short of sensational, as the England captain showcased why he remains one of the most lethal strikers in European football. Scoring a hat-trick in Bayern Munich’s dominant victory over Borussia Dortmund, Kane’s clinical finishing and leadership on the pitch drew widespread praise. Notably, his playful post-match comment about teaching Germany “swaz”—slang for swagger—took social media by storm, sparking a lighthearted rivalry with Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, who responded with a cheeky “try teaching them Bayern tactics next time” tweet. While Kane’s adaptation to German football has been seamless, other British exports faced contrasting fortunes.
Jobe Bellingham, younger brother of England star Jude, endured a tough week at RB Leipzig. Already struggling to secure regular playing time in the Bundesliga, Jobe was forced to return to England temporarily after his family faced a crisis linked to a break-in at their home. Teammates and coaches reportedly offered support, highlighting the challenges foreign players sometimes navigate off the pitch. Meanwhile, Jamie Vardy’s move to Italy’s Serie A with Levante has hit a snag, as his lack of form and a contentious referee decision during a recent loss raised doubts about his impact abroad.
Elsewhere, James Maddison continued to thrive for Tottenham in Premier League clashes, proving that staying domestic doesn’t necessarily mean sacrificing success. Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s loan spell in France, however, has been fraught with injuries and missed opportunities, leaving fans questioning his future. In women’s football, Chloe Kelly emerged as a standout for Barcelona, her versatility and energy critical in La Liga wins, while Liam Delap’s Bundesliga stint with RB Leipzig saw a mixed bag of flashes of promise and inconsistency. Between career highs and humbling setbacks, the stories of Brits abroad remain as varied as ever.
