Harry Kane wins first Ballon d'Or, ending England's 25-year wait

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Harry Kane won the men's Ballon d'Or for the first time on Monday, ending England's 25-year wait for the award. The Bayern Munich striker was honored at a ceremony in London. Kane scored 73 goals in 65 games for club and country last season, helping Bayern Munich win a league and cup double and leading England to the World Cup semi-finals. The 33-year-old was Europe's top club goalscorer for the 2025-26 campaign. The former Tottenham forward has been the Bundesliga's leading scorer for three consecutive seasons. He thanked his Bayern teammates at the ceremony. The last English winner was Michael Owen in 2001.


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