Harry Kane and Toby Alderweireld discuss Tottenham during a live broadcast.
Harry Kane and Toby Alderweireld share emotional Spurs throwback during live TV reunion
Tottenham fans were hit with a rush of nostalgia on Wednesday night as two key figures from the club’s recent past, Harry Kane and Toby Alderweireld, reunited during a Champions League match in Belgium.
While the game itself had no link to Spurs, seeing Kane and Alderweireld together again immediately evoked memories of Mauricio Pochettino’s memorable Tottenham side—an era when the club emerged as one of Europe’s most thrilling teams.
Bayern Munich were in Belgium to face Union Saint-Gilloise, and it was Kane who took centre stage once more. The former Spurs captain produced a match-winning display, scoring both goals in a gritty 2-0 win for the German champions. Even after Bayern were reduced to ten men following Kim Min-jae’s red card in the 63rd minute, Kane’s composure proved decisive, underlining why Bayern pushed so hard to bring him to the Bundesliga.
Kane nearly made the night even more special, but saw a penalty strike the crossbar as he missed the chance to complete a hat-trick—an unusual moment for a player famed for his reliability from the spot.
While Kane’s performance dominated the headlines, the scenes after the final whistle struck a deeper chord with Tottenham supporters. Waiting pitchside was Toby Alderweireld, one of Kane’s most trusted former teammates, now working as a pundit after retiring from football over the summer.
Alderweireld interviewed Kane live on air, and the exchange quickly turned heartfelt. Their chemistry and mutual respect were clear, reflecting years spent side by side in north London.
Between 2015 and 2021, Kane and Alderweireld were central figures in a Tottenham team that regularly challenged near the top of the Premier League and reached the Champions League final in 2019. Under Pochettino, Spurs were defined by intensity, structure, and unity—qualities both players embodied.
Kane was visibly pleased to see his former teammate again and warmly addressed him after the match, saying (via Het Laatste Nieuws):
“How are you, Toby? We haven’t spoken in a while, but I hope you and your family are doing well. Let’s see each other soon.”
The moment resonated strongly with Spurs fans, many of whom still regard both players as icons of the club’s modern era. Kane’s words reflected the close-knit relationships that defined Tottenham’s dressing room during its most successful recent spell.
Alderweireld, now 36, echoed those sentiments, speaking fondly about their shared experiences at Spurs:
“We’ve shared so many great moments together. When I hear my former Tottenham teammate, it’s always special.”
For supporters, the reunion served as a reminder of a time filled with belief, big European nights, and genuine optimism about competing with the continent’s best.
The conversation soon shifted to a lighter tone, as Alderweireld jokingly referenced Kane’s relentless work ethic—something he witnessed daily during their time together. The Belgian couldn’t resist teasing Kane about the missed penalty, recalling the striker’s obsession with constant improvement.
Reflecting humorously, Alderweireld said:
“In the 2014/15 season, when I was still at Southampton, Kane was called a ‘one-hit wonder. From then on, he’s scored at least 30 penalties every season. He’s a fantastic person and a true winner. After every training session, he’d take at least 15 penalties. From now on, that’ll be 16, right? Because he missed one.”
The joke drew smiles from Kane and viewers alike, perfectly capturing the mindset that has helped him become one of football’s most consistent goalscorers.
For Tottenham fans, the reunion was tinged with emotion. Kane is now chasing trophies with Bayern Munich, while Alderweireld has stepped away from playing, but their bond remains intact. Their brief exchange was a powerful reminder of Tottenham’s peak under Pochettino—an era that still holds a special place in the hearts of supporters.
Even as their careers move in different directions, moments like this show that some Spurs connections endure long after the final whistle.