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2026 Ballon d’Or: Harry Kane wins award ahead of Mbappe, Yamal

Harry Kane, the England captain and striker for Bayern Munich, has been named the winner of the 2026 Ballon d’Or. The announcement was made during a ceremony held in London on Monday night.
Kane claimed the prestigious award ahead of notable contenders, including Lamine Yamal, Rodri, Kylian Mbappe, and Lionel Messi. Over the past year, he distinguished himself by securing the European Golden Shoe and contributing to Bayern Munich’s victories in the Bundesliga and DFB Pokal championships.

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