Witch Doctor Claims Curse on Harry Kane
A self-proclaimed Ghanaian witch doctor has made headlines by claiming he placed a curse on England captain Harry Kane, which he says caused the striker's prolonged trophy drought. The witch doctor, identified as Nana Kwaku Bonsam, asserted that the curse has now been lifted, potentially clearing the way for Kane to achieve silverware success.
Bonsam, based in the Ashanti Region of Ghana, told local media that he cast the spell on Kane several years ago after the player snubbed a request for a meeting. The witch doctor alleged that the curse was responsible for Kane's inability to win major trophies with Tottenham Hotspur, Bayern Munich, and the England national team.
Details of the Alleged Curse
According to Bonsam, the curse was placed on Kane in 2019 after the footballer declined an invitation to visit his shrine. The witch doctor claimed he used traditional rituals to bind Kane's fortunes, resulting in near-misses in key finals. Kane lost the 2019 UEFA Champions League final with Tottenham, the 2021 UEFA Euro final with England, and the 2022 FIFA World Cup semifinal.
Bonsam stated that the curse also affected Kane's club career, as he moved to Bayern Munich in 2023 but failed to win the Bundesliga title in his first season. The striker has not won a single team trophy in his professional career, a fact that has been widely discussed in football circles.
Lifting the Curse
In a surprising turn, Bonsam announced that he has now lifted the curse, citing a change of heart. He performed a ritual to remove the spell, claiming that Kane's fortunes will improve immediately. The witch doctor said, "I have decided to free Harry Kane from the curse. He will now win trophies and achieve greatness."
Bonsam did not provide evidence of the curse or its removal, but his claims have sparked debate among football fans and media. The timing of the announcement, just months before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has added intrigue.
Impact on Kane's Career
Harry Kane, 32, remains one of the world's top strikers. He scored 30 goals in the 2023-24 Bundesliga season and has been in prolific form for England. Despite individual accolades, the lack of team trophies has been a lingering narrative. The alleged curse lifting could be seen as a psychological boost ahead of the 2026 World Cup, where England will aim for their first title since 1966.
Neither Kane nor the England Football Association has commented on the witch doctor's claims. The story has gone viral on social media, with many skeptical but some intrigued by the supernatural explanation for Kane's trophy drought.
Broader Context
Witch doctors and curses are part of cultural beliefs in parts of West Africa, including Ghana. While such claims are often dismissed in Western sports, they occasionally gain attention when involving high-profile athletes. This is not the first time a witch doctor has claimed to affect a sports star; similar stories have emerged in football and other sports over the years.
