Harry Kane wins 2026 Ballon d'Or, full ranking revealed

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Harry Kane has won the 2026 Ballon d'Or for the first time in his career, topping the annual award ranking for the world's best football player. Kylian Mbappé finished second, followed by Lamine Yamal in third, with Rodri and Lionel Messi completing the top five. The ceremony was criticized for revealing the top ten rankings with a subtle on-screen banner instead of the traditional video presentations. The full ranking extends to 29th place, with notable positions including Jude Bellingham at 11th and a tie for 29th between William Saliba and Sadio Mané.


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