Complete Kane hopes for 'special night' as Ballon d'Or rumours swirl
The Bayern Munich striker is the bookmakers' favorite after 73 goals for club and country, but Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé remain in contention.
- On Monday, the Ballon d'Or ceremony takes place, where England striker Harry Kane could become his country's first winner in 25 years following the conclusion of voting.
- Kane has scored in 10 consecutive Champions League games, demonstrating the consistency that fueled his candidacy during a 2-2 draw against Arsenal last week.
- England vice-captain Declan Rice called Kane the "clear winner," noting his "remarkable" year and describing him as "ridiculous," such a good player to face.
- Kane acknowledged the wait is "very stressful" for his family but expressed understanding for the secrecy, saying "I'd love to know to just see and not have to wait."
- Having spent over three years at the Allianz Arena, Kane remains focused on major matches at Bayern Munich after moving from Tottenham to pursue trophies in Europe.
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The Ballon d'Or election takes place on Monday, October 26. The award for World Footballer of the Year is celebrating its 70th edition. Therefore, for once, the gala is not being held in Paris, but in London, as a tribute to Sir Stanley Matthews, who was the first winner of the Ballon d'Or in 1956. In this live blog, we will keep you updated on all developments regarding this.
Ballon d'Or 2026: 'Very stressful' - Harry Kane laments long wait for announcement of winner
England captain, Harry Kane, has said that it was becoming stressful waiting too long for the announcement of the winner of the 2026 Ballon d'Or. The 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony would be held on Monday in London and Kane said the wait is 'very stressful' for him and his family. Kane, who ranks among the […] Ballon d'Or 2026: 'Very stressful' - Harry Kane laments long wait for announcement of winner
"I try not to think about it, of course it is difficult. There are rumors circulating, so I try to stay away from it. I will try to enjoy Monday night as much as possible." (ANSA)
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