Harry Kane Wins Ballon d'Or
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Kane becomes the first Englishman since Michael Owen in 2001 to win the Ballon d’Or, having captained the Three Lions to the World Cup semi-finals over the summer.
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Alexia Putellas is the overwhelming favourite to claim this year’s Ballon d'Or Feminin, ending Spain team-mate Aitana Bonmati’s three-year run at the top of the women’s game.
Kane scored 61 goals in 51 club matches last season, the most a Bayern player has ever struck in one campaign.
The women’s football world was shocked this summer when Putellas signed a three-year deal with WSL outfit London City Lionesses, leaving the most successful women’s side in Europe on a free transfer.
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Harry Kane won the Ballon d'Or despite not winning major trophies with club or country, relying on his impressive goal-scoring record of 73 goals in 65 matches for Bayern Munich and England last season. The article discusses how Kane's previous failures to deliver in high-stakes finals have been a source of criticism but notes that this year’s Ballon d'Or award is well-deserved based on his performance numbers…
What Harry Kane must do to build on deserved Ballon d'Or triumph →12 articles from Evening Standard on this storyHarry Kane became the first English player to win the Ballon d'Or since Michael Owen in 2001, receiving the award at a ceremony in London. The 33-year-old Bayern Munich striker scored an impressive 61 goals across all competitions last season, setting a new club record and finishing as the top scorer in both Bundesliga and Champions League. Despite not winning major trophies like the World Cup or Champions League…
Kane ends England's 25-year Ballon d'Or wait - how he bucked the trend →4 articles from BBC on this storyThe Ballon d'Or ceremony will take place on October 26 at the London Palladium. Among the top contenders for the men's award are Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé, who have been dominant in recent years but face competition from Harry Kane and Lionel Messi. For the women’s award, Alexia Putellas is favored to win after a strong return season following an injury that had allowed Aitana Bonmati to claim the past three…
Yamal, Mbappé, Kane and Messi in contention to win the Ballon d'Or. Here's what to know →The 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony will take place on October 26 at the London Palladium in London. The red carpet starts at 1 p.m. ET and the awards begin at 3 p.m. ET, both live-streamed on DAZN with a $34.99 monthly subscription or $249.99 annual fee. Football legend Thierry Henry and Kate Scott will host the event featuring performances by Jorja Smith and French Montana. Nominees for the men’s Ballon d’Or include…
What Time Is the Ballon d’Or 2026? Start Time, How to Watch & Nominees →Harry Kane has won the prestigious Ballon d'Or award, becoming the first English player to receive it in 25 years since Michael Owen's win in 2001. Last season, Kane scored an impressive 73 goals while playing for Bayern Munich and representing England internationally.
Kane breaks 25-year English drought to claim top football award →Harry Kane, the Bayern Munich striker and England national team member, has won his first Ballon d’Or award after an exceptional season where he scored 73 goals in 65 matches. This victory marks a significant milestone as it is the first time an English player has received this prestigious football honor since Michael Owen's win in 2001, ending a 25-year gap for England.
Harry Kane wins Ballon d’Or, ending England’s 25-year wait →Show 4 more outlets
Oliver Holt writes about Harry Kane winning the Ballon d'Or in July 2024, highlighting it as a triumph for his quiet excellence and professionalism. The article contrasts Kane's humble approach with criticism he faced earlier, including dismissive remarks from Lamine Yamal. Holt emphasizes that Kane’s victory is significant not just individually but also for English football, marking the first time an English player…
Harry Kane's Ballon d'Or triumph was vindication for a superstar brimming with quiet excellence who swerves flashy controversy, writes OLIVER HOLT - and a win for English football →Harry Kane won the Ballon d'Or award, becoming the first English winner since Michael Owen in 2001. Kane's record-breaking season included scoring 73 goals for club and country, leading Bayern to domestic league and cup doubles while also guiding England to the World Cup semi-finals. Spain midfielder Alexia Putellas won the Ballon d’Or Feminin award for the third time. Kane credited his success to consistency and…
England forward Kane crowned Ballon d'Or winner, Putellas wins women's award →Harry Kane won the Ballon d'Or in London, becoming the first English player to receive this honor since Michael Owen in 2001. The award recognizes his exceptional performance last season when he scored 73 goals for both club and country, making him Europe's top scorer. Kane led Bayern Munich to domestic double victories and contributed significantly to England’s third-place finish at the World Cup. His acceptance…
Harry Kane becomes first Englishman in 25 years to win Ballon d'Or →The article reports on Harry Kane winning the 2026 Ballon d’Or award, becoming the first Englishman to achieve this honor in 25 years. It also mentions that Alèxia Putellas won another Ballon d’Or award. The piece includes additional brief updates: a recap of an NFL game where the Dallas Cowboys beat the Philadelphia Eagles and news about author Sarah J. Maas releasing her sixth book in the "A Court of Thorns and…
WATCH: Harry Kane is the first Englishman in 25 years to win the Ballon d’Or & more →Analysis
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What Harry Kane must do to build on deserved Ballon d'Or triumph
Harry Kane's Ballon d'Or triumph was vindication for a superstar brimming with quiet excellence who swerves flashy controversy, writes OLIVER HOLT - and a win for English football
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- 23 Oct
The odds suggest it’s a two-horse race between Yamal and Kane with Kylian Mbappe next in the betting at around 14/1.
- 25 Oct
Putellas is favorite to win the women’s award after returning to her best to win the Champions League and Spanish title with Barcelona before joining London City Lionesses.
- 26 Oct
Kane becomes the first Englishman since Michael Owen in 2001 to win the Ballon d’Or, having captained the Three Lions to the World Cup semi-finals over the summer.
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27 Oct WATCH: Harry Kane is the first Englishman in 25 years to win the Ballon d’Or & moreThe article reports on Harry Kane winning the 2026 Ballon d’Or award, becoming the first Englishman to achieve this honor in 25 years. It also mentions that Alèxia Putellas won another Ballon d’Or award. The piece includes additional brief updates: a recap of an NFL game where the Dallas Cowboys beat the Philadelphia Eagles and news about author Sarah J. Maas releasing her sixth book in the "A Court of Thorns and…ABC News (US)
27 Oct Harry Kane becomes first Englishman in 25 years to win Ballon d'OrHarry Kane won the Ballon d'Or in London, becoming the first English player to receive this honor since Michael Owen in 2001. The award recognizes his exceptional performance last season when he scored 73 goals for both club and country, making him Europe's top scorer. Kane led Bayern Munich to domestic double victories and contributed significantly to England’s third-place finish at the World Cup. His acceptance…NPR
27 Oct England forward Kane crowned Ballon d'Or winner, Putellas wins women's awardHarry Kane won the Ballon d'Or award, becoming the first English winner since Michael Owen in 2001. Kane's record-breaking season included scoring 73 goals for club and country, leading Bayern to domestic league and cup doubles while also guiding England to the World Cup semi-finals. Spain midfielder Alexia Putellas won the Ballon d’Or Feminin award for the third time. Kane credited his success to consistency and…Dawn
27 Oct Harry Kane's Ballon d'Or triumph was vindication for a superstar brimming with quiet excellence who swerves flashy controversy, writes OLIVER HOLT - and a win for English footballOliver Holt writes about Harry Kane winning the Ballon d'Or in July 2024, highlighting it as a triumph for his quiet excellence and professionalism. The article contrasts Kane's humble approach with criticism he faced earlier, including dismissive remarks from Lamine Yamal. Holt emphasizes that Kane’s victory is significant not just individually but also for English football, marking the first time an English player…Daily Mail
27 Oct Harry Kane wins Ballon d’Or, ending England’s 25-year waitHarry Kane, the Bayern Munich striker and England national team member, has won his first Ballon d’Or award after an exceptional season where he scored 73 goals in 65 matches. This victory marks a significant milestone as it is the first time an English player has received this prestigious football honor since Michael Owen's win in 2001, ending a 25-year gap for England.Al Jazeera26 Oct What Harry Kane must do to build on deserved Ballon d'Or triumphHarry Kane won the Ballon d'Or despite not winning major trophies with club or country, relying on his impressive goal-scoring record of 73 goals in 65 matches for Bayern Munich and England last season. The article discusses how Kane's previous failures to deliver in high-stakes finals have been a source of criticism but notes that this year’s Ballon d'Or award is well-deserved based on his performance numbers…Evening Standard
26 Oct Ballon d'Or 2026: Harry Kane and Alexia Putellas win big, Arsenal star receives trophy as Spain stars dominateHarry Kane won the Ballon d'Or for men, beating his previous best finish, while Alexia Putellas claimed her third consecutive Ballon d’Or Feminin. The ceremony also recognized Barcelona’s dominance with several awards including Women's Club of the Year and Yashin Trophy for Cata Coll. Lamine Yamal retained the Kopa Trophy as Europe's top under-21 player, and Unai Simon won the men’s Yashin Trophy for best goalkeeper.Evening Standard
26 Oct Ballon d'Or: Tottenham respond to Harry Kane win as short statement releasedTottenham released a short statement congratulating former captain Harry Kane on winning the Ballon d'Or, following a mix-up where award winners were mistakenly revealed online before the ceremony. In his acceptance speech, Kane thanked Tottenham for their support and acknowledged the role of various managers in helping him achieve this milestone. He expressed gratitude to fans from Spurs, Bayern Munich, England…Evening Standard
26 Oct Ballon d'Or 2026: Harry Kane thanks Tottenham during emotional acceptance speechHarry Kane won the 2026 Ballon d'Or after scoring 73 goals across all competitions for Bayern Munich, making him the first English winner since Michael Owen in 2001. During his acceptance speech at a ceremony in London, Kane thanked Tottenham Hotspur for their role in his career and expressed gratitude to fans for supporting him throughout his journey. He acknowledged the achievements of other nominees and praised…Evening Standard
26 Oct Kane breaks 25-year English drought to claim top football awardHarry Kane has won the prestigious Ballon d'Or award, becoming the first English player to receive it in 25 years since Michael Owen's win in 2001. Last season, Kane scored an impressive 73 goals while playing for Bayern Munich and representing England internationally.ABC News (AU)
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26 Oct Kane ends England's 25-year Ballon d'Or wait - how he bucked the trendHarry Kane became the first English player to win the Ballon d'Or since Michael Owen in 2001, receiving the award at a ceremony in London. The 33-year-old Bayern Munich striker scored an impressive 61 goals across all competitions last season, setting a new club record and finishing as the top scorer in both Bundesliga and Champions League. Despite not winning major trophies like the World Cup or Champions League…BBC26 Oct Ballon d'Or 2026: Harry Kane beats Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal to awardHarry Kane won the 2026 Ballon d'Or award, beating finalists Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal. The Bayern Munich and England striker scored 73 goals last season and has added 16 more with nine assists in the current campaign. This marks Kane as the first English winner since Michael Owen in 2001 and the first Bayern player to win the award since Karl-Heinz Rummenigge in 1981.Evening Standard
26 Oct London City's Putellas wins record-equalling third Ballon d'OrSpain midfielder Alexia Putellas has won the Ballon d'Or Feminin for a record-equalling third time, keeping the prize in Spanish hands for six consecutive years. At age 32, she captained Barcelona to Champions League glory and other titles before joining London City Lionesses in July. Putellas joins Aitana Bonmati as the only players with three Ballon d'Or Feminin awards; both are Spaniards who have dominated the…BBC26 Oct 'Harry Kane wins 2026 Ballon d'Or': Final result 'leaked' as rankings are announcedThe London Palladium hosts the 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony where Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappe, and Lamine Yamal are competing for the men’s award. A leaked report suggests that Kane will win the award based on his record-breaking performance in league and cup goals during the 2025/26 season. The article was quickly removed but has sparked betting interest, making Kane the odds-on favorite to become the first English…Evening Standard
26 Oct Kane prematurely announced as Ballon d'Or winner - but he wasn't only oneAn article prematurely announcing Harry Kane as the winner of the 2026 Ballon d'Or appeared on the official website early Monday, causing confusion online before being quickly removed. Similar premature announcements for other favorites like Kylian Mbappe and Alexia Putellas were also found on the site but later taken down. The exact cause of these mistaken publications is unclear, leading to speculation about an…BBC
26 Oct What Time Is the Ballon d’Or 2026? Start Time, How to Watch & NomineesThe 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony will take place on October 26 at the London Palladium in London. The red carpet starts at 1 p.m. ET and the awards begin at 3 p.m. ET, both live-streamed on DAZN with a $34.99 monthly subscription or $249.99 annual fee. Football legend Thierry Henry and Kate Scott will host the event featuring performances by Jorja Smith and French Montana. Nominees for the men’s Ballon d’Or include…New York Post
26 Oct Ballon d'Or 2026 ceremony running order: When will award winners be announced?The article details the schedule for the 2026 Ballon d'Or award ceremony in London. From 5 pm to 7:30 pm, rankings from 30th to 11th will be revealed on social media, while guests arrive at the venue. The main ceremony starts at 8 pm and features presentations by Thierry Henry and Kate Scott, who will hand out awards including the men’s and women’s Ballon d’Or prizes. Kylian Mbappe and Harry Kane are highlighted as…Evening Standard
26 Oct Ballon d'Or 2026 LIVE: Latest updates and results as Harry Kane battles Kylian Mbappe in LondonThe London Palladium hosts the 2026 Ballon d'Or awards ceremony, with Harry Kane of Bayern Munich favored to win as the best footballer of the past year. He competes against other nominees like Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe. The event includes ten awards in total, and the men’s Ballon d’Or winner is expected to be announced around 10pm. DAZN offers free live coverage starting at 7pm.Evening Standard
26 Oct Where to watch Ballon d'Or 2026 FOR FREE: TV channel and live streamThe 2026 Ballon d'Or awards ceremony, marking its 70th anniversary, will take place in London on a Monday evening at the London Palladium. Thierry Henry and Kate Scott will host the event where Harry Kane is favored to win his first Ballon d’Or, competing against nominees like Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe. The ceremony can be watched for free via DAZN; new users need to sign up with their email address to access…Evening Standard
26 Oct Who should win the men's Ballon d'Or? BBC Sport pundits have their sayThe article discusses predictions from BBC Sport pundits on who should win the men's Ballon d'Or award, which is set to be announced on October 26. Lamine Yamal and Harry Kane are considered favorites by bookmakers, with Yamal winning La Liga and the World Cup while Kane scored 73 goals for Bayern Munich last season. Experts like Guillem Balague and Julien Laurens argue that Khvicha Kvaratskhelia deserves the award…BBC26 Oct Who will win 2026 Ballon d'Or Feminin? Clear favourite emerges ahead of ceremonyAlexia Putellas, a London City Lionesses star and two-time Ballon d’Or Féminin winner, is the clear favorite with a 94 percent chance of winning the 2026 award according to prediction market Polymarket. Her closest competitor is Ewa Pajor, who scored 31 goals in 40 games for Barcelona last season and was the Women’s Champions League top scorer with 11 goals in 10 matches, though she has only a 4 percent chance of…Evening Standard
25 Oct Yamal, Mbappé, Kane and Messi in contention to win the Ballon d'Or. Here's what to knowThe Ballon d'Or ceremony will take place on October 26 at the London Palladium. Among the top contenders for the men's award are Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé, who have been dominant in recent years but face competition from Harry Kane and Lionel Messi. For the women’s award, Alexia Putellas is favored to win after a strong return season following an injury that had allowed Aitana Bonmati to claim the past three…Toronto Star.jpeg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75)
25 Oct Who will win 2026 Ballon d'Or? Harry Kane faces late surge from Kylian Mbappe and Lamine YamalThe upcoming 2026 Ballon d'Or award ceremony in London features Harry Kane as the odds-on favorite at 4/11, followed closely by Kylian Mbappe at 2/1 and Lamine Yamal at 9/2. Despite recent performances, the criteria for the award are based on past achievements, including individual character, team performance, and fair play.Evening Standard23 Oct Ballon d'Or odds: Bookmakers cut Kane's odds again to claim top prizeBookmakers have significantly shortened Harry Kane's odds to win the Ballon d'Or, placing him at as low as 1/4 to claim the award on October 26th at the London Palladium Theatre. Lamine Yamal remains a close second but is now trailing behind Kane, with Kylian Mbappé next in line at around 14/1 odds. The article highlights Kane's impressive performance for Bayern Munich and England, including scoring six goals during…Evening Standard
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