“There’s only one winner!” – Bayern chief backs Kane for Ballon d’Or and responds to Lamine Yamal

Bayern Munich president Herbert Hainer has made a strong case for Harry Kane to win this year’s Ballon d’Or.

By Michael Kryschak · Bulinews

Published: Sunday, 20 September 2026 at 12:50 PM

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Bayern Munich president Herbert Hainer backed Harry Kane to win the Ballon d'Or.
Kane scored 60 goals across all competitions during the 2025/26 season.
Hainer acknowledged Lamine Yamal's talent but favored Kane for the award.

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Bayern Munich president Herbert Hainer has strongly backed striker Harry Kane to win the upcoming Ballon d'Or award. Hainer highlighted Kane's exceptional 2025/26 campaign, during which the England captain scored 60 goals across the Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, and Champions League. Kane's performances helped Bayern Munich secure both the Bundesliga title and the DFB-Pokal trophy.

Addressing competition from Barcelona's young star Lamine Yamal, Hainer acknowledged the teenager's immense talent but insisted Kane's overall achievements make him the clear favorite. The prestigious Ballon d'Or ceremony is scheduled to take place in London on October 26th.

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