Harry Kane wins the 2026 Ballon d'Or

On October 26, 2026, 33-year-old Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane was awarded the Ballon d'Or in a ceremony held in London. Kane, who succeeded last year's winner Ousmane Dembélé, became the 48th individual to receive this honor and the first English player to win the award since Michael Owen in 2001.

Kane’s recognition follows a dominant season with Bayern Munich, during which he secured the Bundesliga title, the DFB-Pokal, and the German Super Cup. His individual performance was equally significant, as he netted 36 goals in the league, earning him the European Golden Shoe. During his acceptance speech, Kane expressed his gratitude toward his teammates, his coach Vincent Kompany, and his former club Tottenham, where he played from the age of 11.

Currently, the football star continues his professional career with Bayern Munich. While the ceremony was a celebration of his achievements, he also used his platform to send well wishes to Vincent Kompany, who is reportedly recovering in the hospital. The event marked a historic milestone for English football, highlighting the transition of global individual awards to a new recipient in the post-season evaluation.