Harry Kane wins Ballon d'Or, dedicates award to hospitalized coach Kompany

Harry Kane has won the Ballon d'Or for the first time, being named the world's best footballer at a ceremony in London on Monday evening. The 33-year-old Bayern Munich star dedicated the award to his coach Vincent Kompany, who remains hospitalized after collapsing last week. In his emotional acceptance speech, Kane wished Kompany a speedy recovery, saying he hopes the victory gives him strength. He also thanked his family, coaching staff, and clubs, noting he is the first Bayern player to win the award since Karl-Heinz Rummenigge in 1981. Kane grew emotional when addressing his children, calling them his reason for everything, and also thanked his brother, parents, wife, Tottenham Hotspur, and the England national team, with whom he finished third at the World Cup.