Bayern Munich to honor Harry Kane's Ballon d'Or win before Magdeburg cup tie

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Bayern Munich will hold a special tribute for Harry Kane at Wednesday's DFB-Pokal match against Magdeburg, celebrating his 2026 Ballon d'Or win. The club plans further honors during Saturday's Bundesliga clash with Borussia Dortmund. Kane became the first Bayern player to win the award in 45 years, following Karl-Heinz Rummenigge's 1981 triumph. He also secured the Gerd Muller Trophy, while teammate Michael Olise reached the top 10 and Pernille Harder finished seventh in the women's category. Club president Herbert Hainer praised Kane alongside legends Franz Beckenbauer, Gerd Müller, and Rummenigge. CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen noted the win marks the first for a German club player in 30 years, while sporting director Christoph Freund highlighted Kane's leadership and influence on younger players.


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