Harry Kane wins first Ballon d'Or in London ceremony

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Harry Kane won his first Ballon d'Or at the award ceremony held in London on October 26, becoming the first English player to receive the honor since Michael Owen in 2001. The 33-year-old Bayern Munich and England forward received the award from France Football magazine, also winning the Gerd Müller Trophy for most goals scored. Kane scored an extraordinary 73 goals in official matches last season. Kane described the achievement as a special year in his acceptance speech. The ceremony took place in London, England, where the striker has established himself as one of football's premier goalscorers.


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