England captain and Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has been crowned the 2026 Ballon d’Or winner, marking a historic achievement in his football career and recognising his outstanding performances at the highest level.
The prestigious award represents a defining moment for Kane, whose remarkable goalscoring ability, consistency and leadership have established him among the world’s elite footballers.
Kane’s victory also marks a significant milestone for English football, placing him among the select group of English players to have received one of the sport’s most coveted individual honours.
The 33-year-old striker received the award at a ceremony held at the London Palladium in London on 26 October 2026, overcoming competition from France captain Kylian Mbappé and Spanish sensation Lamine Yamal. Kane’s exceptional 2025/26 campaign saw him score an astonishing 73 goals for club and country, including 61 for Bayern Munich and 12 for England.
His outstanding Bundesliga performances included 36 goals in 31 appearances, further establishing his reputation as one of Europe’s most prolific strikers. Kane also received the Striker of the Year award, recognising his remarkable goalscoring achievements throughout the season.
Meanwhile, Barcelona youngster Lamine Yamal secured his third consecutive Kopa Trophy, while Spanish midfielder Alexia Putellas claimed the Women’s Ballon d’Or, adding another prestigious honour to her collection after previously winning in 2021 and 2022.
