Kane wins first Ballon d'Or as Spain sweeps football awards

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Harry Kane won his first Ballon d'Or, finishing ahead of Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal, while Spanish football dominated the remaining awards at the ceremony. Spanish football claimed nearly all other honors, with Alexia Putellas winning her third women's Ballon d'Or, tying Aitana Bonmatí. Spain also took best coach, best goalkeeper, and best young player awards in both categories. The Spanish press celebrated the sweep, with Marca calling it "The golden age" and counting seven individual awards for the country. Barcelona was named best club in both men's and women's categories.


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