Spain dominates Ballon d'Or as Kane and Putellas win in London

elpais.com (Spanish) —

Harry Kane and Alexia Putellas won the Ballon d'Or in London, defeating more publicized candidates Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal. Spain dominated the ceremony, taking eight of thirteen awards. Putellas, now at London City Lionesses, won the women's award after recovering from a knee injury. Lamine Yamal finished third in men's voting and won the Kopa Trophy for best young player for the third consecutive year. Spain's haul included best goalkeeper, coach, and team awards, with Barcelona contributing five wins. Spanish federation president Rafael Louzán called it a success for Spanish football.


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