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Harry Kane Becomes First Englishman in 25 Years to Win the Ballon d’Or
Kane became the first Englishman to win the award in 25 years after a 61-goal season for Bayern Munich.
- On Monday, October 26, 2026, Bayern Munich and England captain Harry Kane won the 2026 men's Ballon d'Or at London's Palladium, becoming the first English winner since Michael Owen in 2001.
- Kane's 73-goal haul across all competitions for club and country propelled him to the award, matching the statistical output previously achieved only by Lionel Messi in 2011/12.
- The Ballon d'Or website inadvertently published articles naming Kane, Lamine Yamal, and Kylian Mbappé as winners hours before the ceremony; organizers clarified these were pre-written profiles, not results.
- "Wow, I'm almost speechless," an emotional Kane said on stage, noting that being in London made the night feel "extra special" and thanking voters for their support.
- Commemorating the 70th anniversary of the inaugural 1956 award, Kane became the fifth Englishman to receive the honor, joining Sir Stanley Matthews, Sir Bobby Charlton, Kevin Keegan, and Owen.
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