Spain dominate Ballon d'Or 2026 as Harry Kane wins men's award

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Harry Kane won the men's Ballon d'Or on Monday, becoming the first English winner in 25 years. He beat Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe for the award at the London Palladium ceremony. Alexia Putellas claimed her third Ballon d'Or Feminin, while Spain dominated the night with eight of 13 awards. Luis de la Fuente won men's coach of the year after Spain's 2026 World Cup victory. Yamal took his third straight young player award, and Barcelona won women's club of the year. The ceremony was delayed nearly an hour due to London traffic.


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