England captain and Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has been crowned the winner of the 2026 men’s Ballon d’Or, claiming football’s most prestigious individual honour at a ceremony held at the London Palladium in England on Monday.

Kane’s triumph marks a major milestone in his career and makes him the first Englishman to win the award since Michael Owen in 2001. His victory recognises his outstanding performances for club and country during the period under review.

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