Harry Kane wins Ballon d’Or, ending England’s 25-year wait
Bayern Munich and England striker Harry Kane has won his first Ballon d’Or after a record-breaking season, becoming the first Englishman to claim football’s top individual honour since Michael Owen in 2001. Kane scored 73 goals in 65 games for club and country last season.
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has won the 2026 men’s Ballon d’Or, becoming the first Englishman to claim the prestigious award since Michael Owen in 200
Bayern Munich striker becomes the first Englishman to win the prestigious award in 25 years, after Michael Owen in 2001.
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