Kane wins the Ballon d'Or
Harry Kane has been crowned the winner of the 2026 Ballon d'Or, while Manchester United's future under Michael Carrick remains in the balance.
Top story: Harry Kane wins the Ballon d'Or in London
Harry Kane has won the 2026 Ballon d'Or, finishing ahead of Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé. The Bayern Munich striker and England captain received the award at a ceremony in his native London.
He is the first Englishman to take the prize in 25 years, since Michael Owen won it in 2001. Kane, 33, scored 73 goals for club and country last season.
The award is the most prestigious individual honour in world football, and it crowns a standout year for the England captain.
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