Harry Kane wins Ballon d'Or in London, beating Yamal and Mbappe

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Harry Kane became England's first Ballon d'Or winner in 25 years in London on Monday, beating Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe. Alexia Putellas claimed the women's prize for a third time. The 33-year-old Bayern Munich forward scored 73 goals in 65 games last season, leading the German club to a league and cup double and England to third at the World Cup. Putellas won after leading Barcelona to Champions League glory before moving to London City Lionesses. The first Ballon d'Or ceremony on English soil was delayed by London traffic. Yamal finished third, while Mbappe placed second despite being top scorer in the World Cup, Champions League, and LaLiga.


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