Real Madrid Legend Guti Claims Ballon d'Or Rigged for Kane in London

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Real Madrid legend Guti has alleged a conspiracy behind Harry Kane winning the 2026 Ballon d'Or, claiming the ceremony's London location unfairly favored the English striker. Guti, who played over 500 matches for Real Madrid, argued Kane did not deserve the award and appeared shocked to win it, believing Lamine Yamal or Kylian Mbappé would triumph instead. He called the London Palladium venue a "hell of a coincidence" benefiting a London-born player. Spanish media praised Kane's victory while noting Yamal's merit, but Guti's comments have reignited debate over the award's credibility, adding fuel to ongoing controversy surrounding the decision.


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