Harry Kane Becomes First Englishman in 25 Years to Win the Ballon d’Or
Kane won after scoring 73 goals and helping Bayern Munich to three trophies, while beating Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe.
- On Monday, Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane won the Ballon d'Or in London, becoming the first English recipient in 25 years. He received the trophy at the London Palladium Theatre.
- Bayern celebrates its first Ballon d'Or winner in 45 years, a milestone for the club. Kane previously struggled to secure team trophies at Tottenham but has won two Bundesliga titles and the German Cup since joining.
- Sporting director Christoph Freund called Kane 'world-class yet so down-to-earth' and an inspiration to young players. Assistant coach Aaron Danks said the award would not alter Kane's 'professional, humble mindset' focused on upcoming performances.
- Kane returned to Germany on Tuesday for training ahead of Wednesday's German Cup match against Magdeburg. Bayern has planned a 'special welcome' for the forward, who remains available to play despite the quick turnaround.
- Head coach Vincent Kompany continues recovering in hospital after collapsing last week, casting a somber backdrop to the celebration. Bayern maintains focus on Saturday's 'Klassiker' match against rival Borussia Dortmund amid these personal challenges.
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Harry Kane claims Ballon d’Or
Harry Kane on Monday became the first Englishman in 25 years to win the Ballon d’Or thanks to his prolific scoring last season.Kane scored 73 goals for club and country last campaign — he was Europe’s top scorer — and smashed scoring records in Germany for Bayern Munich and at the FIFA World Cup, wh
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LancasterOnlineDUESSELDORF, Germany (AP) — After a historic victory in the Golden Ball and an emotional speech, Harry Kane returns to Germany to receive a “special welcome” at Bayern Munich and to play a less glamorous cup game.
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After an historic Ballon D’Or win and an emotional speech, Harry Kane is heading back to Germany for a “special welcome” at Bayern Munich and a slightly less glamorous cup game. Kane’s the first English winner of the prize in…
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Harry Kane described Monday’s Ballon d’Or triumph as beyond his ‘wildest dreams’ – and then promised to try to win it again next year. The Bayern Munich striker received the award at a ceremony at the London Palladium after a talismanic year for club and country. Harry Kane scored 73 goals in all competitions for […]
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