Harry Kane Reveals Why He Hasn’t Publicly Backed Himself for 2026 Ballon d'Or Despite Finishing only Behind Lionel Messi’s Record Goal Tally
Harry Kane said his 73-goal season was his best yet, but he said the Ballon d’Or vote is out of his hands.
- On Friday, Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane told Spanish outlet Marca his 2025-26 campaign was "the best season of my life," though he downplayed expectations regarding his Ballon d'Or chances.
- Kane scored 73 goals for Bayern Munich and England during the campaign, marking his highest output since Lionel Messi netted 82 times in 2011-12. He said he is "extremely proud of" this tally.
- The striker faces stiff competition from Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal for the award. No English player has won the Ballon d'Or since Michael Owen in 2001.
- "The Ballon d'Or isn't in my hands. It depends on the people who vote," Kane explained. He added he is now focused on the current season and future achievements.
- The winner of the prestigious individual award will be officially announced at an awards ceremony scheduled for October 26. Voting outcomes remain uncertain until the formal announcement.
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The attacker looks back on 73 goals and his best season. But how does he assess his own prospects for the award?
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Harry Kane reveals why he hasn’t publicly backed himself for 2026 Ballon d'Or despite finishing only behind Lionel Messi’s record goal tally
Harry Kane has revealed the reason why he does not publicly claim to be deserving of the Ballon d'Or despite finishing just shy of Lionel Messi's best goal tally this year.
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PressNewsAgencyKane proud of achievements, not giving too much thought to Ballon d’Or
Harry Kane described the 2025-26 campaign as the best season of his life after scoring 73 goals for Bayern Munich and England, and while his performances have made him a leading candidate for the Ballon d’Or he says he is not focused on individual awards. No English player has won the Ballon d’Or since Michael […]
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