Harry Kane wins 2026 Ballon d'Or; full winners list from 1956

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Harry Kane of Bayern Munich has won the 2026 Ballon d'Or, marking the first time in his career he has received the prestigious football award. He beat Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal in the voting. Kane secured the award through votes from journalists, former players, and coaches following his standout performances with Bayern Munich. The English striker's victory adds his name to the list of winners that began in 1956. The complete list of winners includes legends such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Johan Cruyff. The 2025 award went to Ousmane Dembele, while Rodri won in 2024.


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