61-Goal Campaign Claims Ballon d'Or as Harry Kane Beats Mbappé
Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane was awarded the 2026 men’s Ballon d’Or at the London Palladium following a 61-goal campaign in all competitions. The 33-year-old England captain secured top honors ahead of runners-up Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal, while London City Lionesses midfielder Alexia Putellas claimed her third Ballon d’Or Féminin.
Bayern Munich Striker and Spanish Football Dominate London Ceremonies
Kane’s recognition crowns an individual season highlighted by 36 goals in 31 Bundesliga appearances alongside leading England to third place at the World Cup. Putellas’ victory marks a return to the top of the women’s game following recovery from an anterior cruciate ligament injury, headlining a ceremony where Spanish national team and La Liga figures collected eight of the 12 total accolades.
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clubThe awards cap an individual campaign where Kane also collected the international top scorer award alongside Mexico striker Charlyn Corral. FC Barcelona took home the women’s club of the year honor, while Paris Saint-Germain was named the men’s club of the year.
“I’m almost speechless,” Kane said during his acceptance speech, before praising his teammates and calling Bayern Munich “an honor to play for.”
Reporting credited to France Football.
