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Harry Kane wins Ballon d’Or, with Kylian Mbappé in second ahead of Lamine Yamal

Harry Kane wins Ballon d’Or, with Kylian Mbappé in second ahead of Lamine Yamal

Summary

Harry Kane won the 2026 Ballon d’Or at a ceremony in London, becoming the fifth Englishman to receive the award. Kylian Mbappé finished second, ahead of Lamine Yamal.

Key Facts

  • The 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony took place in London for the first time.
  • Kane is the fifth Englishman to win the award.
  • Kane’s win came 25 years after Michael Owen won the Ballon d’Or.
  • Mbappé finished second in the voting.
  • Lamine Yamal placed behind Mbappé.
  • Paris Saint-Germain beat Lyon to move to the top of Ligue 1 for the first time this season.
  • The Dallas Mavericks beat the Miami Heat, who remained without a win.
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