Harry Kane has officially won the 2026 Ballon d’Or, ending England’s 25-year wait for the prestigious award. The Bayern Munich striker made history after an outstanding season for club and country.
OFFICIAL: Harry Kane Wins the 2026 Ballon d’Or and Makes History
Harry Kane has officially won the 2026 Ballon d’Or, becoming the first English footballer to receive the prestigious award in 25 years.
The Bayern Munich superstar was crowned the world’s best male footballer at the Ballon d’Or ceremony in London on October 26.
At 33 years old, Kane has finally achieved one of the biggest individual dreams of his career.
He becomes the first English player to win the award since Michael Owen in 2001.
Kane ends England’s 25-year Ballon d’Or wait
Kane’s victory marks a historic moment for English football.
Before him, the last English player to win the Ballon d’Or was Michael Owen, who received the award while playing for Liverpool in 2001.
Since then, several English stars have challenged for the trophy, but none managed to win it.
Now Kane has finally ended that long wait, beating strong competition from Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal.
The England captain becomes the fifth English player in history to win the men’s Ballon d’Or.
Incredible numbers behind Kane’s historic victory
Kane enjoyed an outstanding 2025/26 season with Bayern Munich.
The English striker scored an incredible 61 goals in just 51 appearances across all competitions.
His performances helped Bayern win both the Bundesliga and the German Cup.
61 goals in 51 games made Kane one of the most dangerous strikers in world football.
He also played an important role for England at the 2026 World Cup.
Kane scored six goals during the tournament and helped his country reach the semi-finals.
His impressive performances for both club and country played a major role in his Ballon d’Or victory.
Kane wins two major awards in one night
The Ballon d’Or was not Kane’s only individual achievement at the ceremony.
The Bayern Munich striker also received the Men’s Striker of the Year award after his remarkable goalscoring season.
During his acceptance speech, Kane thanked his teammates, coaches and family for helping him reach this incredible moment.
He also recognised the important role of Bayern Munich, England and his former club Tottenham Hotspur in his journey.
After years of breaking records and chasing trophies, Harry Kane has finally reached the top of world football.
His first Ballon d’Or is not only a personal achievement but also a historic moment for English football.
