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‘Has to go to one man, and one man only’ – Emotional live phone call sees Dele Alli back former Tottenham star for Ballon d’Or

Dele Alli calls Harry Kane live to back the Bayern striker for the Ballon d’Or in a heartwarming exchange.

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 10:45 AM
‘Has to go to one man, and one man only’ – Emotional live phone call sees Dele Alli back former Tottenham star for Ballon d’Or
Key Things to Know
  • Dele Alli backed former teammate Harry Kane to win the Ballon d'Or during a live broadcast phone call.
  • Alli told Kane that football's most prestigious individual award 'has to go to one man, and one man only.'
  • Kane expressed gratitude for the praise and inquired about Dele's current life and residence in London.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Dele Alli called his former Tottenham Hotspur teammate Harry Kane during a live broadcast to back the Bayern Munich striker to win the Ballon d'Or. Dele told Kane during the conversation that the award must go to one man only, prompting Kane to express his appreciation for the support.

Kane also asked Dele about his current personal life and living situation in London during the broadcast. The exchange highlighted the enduring bond established between the two England stars during their successful years playing under Mauricio Pochettino at Tottenham.

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