Harry Kane dedicates Ballon d'Or win to Tottenham and wife Kate
Harry Kane won the 2026 Ballon d'Or, becoming the 48th different player to receive the award and the first to win it alongside the Best Striker of the Year prize. The 33-year-old expressed his joy and emotion during his first statements as the winner. Kane thanked Tottenham, where he was from age 11, saying he would not be there without the club and its coaches. He also praised Bayern Munich and his England teammates, including Bukayo Saka, while wishing manager Vincent Kompany a speedy recovery. He dedicated the award to his wife Kate, calling her his best friend and biggest supporter, stating the achievement would not have been possible without her sacrifices. The ceremony took place in London, which he noted made the occasion even more special.