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Does failing to win the World Cup or Champions League hurt Harry Kane’s Ballon d’Or chances?

Phil Bardsley believes Harry Kane has a strong case to be considered for the Ballon d’Or, but the former Premier League defender feels major trophies could ultimately play a decisive role in the voting. Kane produced the best goalscoring season…

By Chuck Smith · Bavarian Football Works

Published: Monday, 28 September 2026 at 5:30 AM

Key Things to Know

Harry Kane scored 61 goals in 51 games for Bayern Munich during the 2025/26 season.
Kane won the Bundesliga, the DFB-Pokal, and the European Golden Shoe.
Phil Bardsley argued that failing to win the Champions League or World Cup may hinder Kane's Ballon d'Or bid.

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Former Premier League defender Phil Bardsley stated that Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has a strong case for the Ballon d'Or but could be hindered by a lack of Champions League or World Cup titles. Kane delivered a career-best campaign in 2025/26, scoring 61 goals in 51 matches across all competitions.

During the season, Kane secured the Bundesliga title, the DFB-Pokal, and the European Golden Shoe with 36 league goals. However, Bardsley noted that major international and continental trophies typically play a decisive role in voting, contrasting Kane's achievements with contenders from Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain.

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Does failing to win the World Cup or Champions League hurt Harry Kane’s Ballon d’Or chances?

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