Harry Kane 'set to become a Sir' after winning Ballon d'Or, football's top prize
The huge grin on goal king Harry Kane's face said it all as the England captain officially became the best player in the world - and is hotly tipped to become 'Sir Harry'.
TL;DR
- Harry Kane has won the Ballon d'Or, becoming the first Englishman to win the award in 25 years.
- He beat Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal to secure the top individual prize in football.
- Kane expressed profound gratitude to his parents, wife, children, and brother during his acceptance speech.
- Downing Street has hinted at a potential knighthood for Kane following his achievement.
- Kane had a remarkable 2025-26 season, scoring 73 goals, winning two trophies with Bayern Munich, and leading England to third place at the World Cup.
- He follows in the footsteps of English football legends like Stanley Matthews, Bobby Charlton, and Kevin Keegan.