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Harry Kane follows in the Ballon d’or footsteps of Kevin Keegan

Harry Kane has been crowned the2026 Ballon d/or winner. The first Englishman in 25 years to win the award. Harry Kane crowned the world’s best footballer at the 2026 Ballon...You can click here to read the full article.

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 8:32 AM
Harry Kane follows in the Ballon d’or footsteps of Kevin Keegan
Key Things to Know
  • Harry Kane won the 2026 Ballon d'Or award at a ceremony held in London.
  • Kane followed Kevin Keegan by winning the prestigious accolade while playing in Germany.
  • English players have now won the Ballon d'Or trophy on six total occasions.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Harry Kane was crowned the world's best footballer after winning the 2026 Ballon d'Or at a ceremony in London. The 33-year-old Bayern Munich and England striker claimed the accolade following his strong form for both club and country.

Kane becomes the latest English player to win the honor, following in the footsteps of Kevin Keegan, who also won the award while playing in Germany for Hamburg in 1978 and 1979. He joins a select list of English winners that includes Stanley Matthews, Bobby Charlton, Keegan, and Michael Owen.

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