Harry Kane wins Ballon d'Or award

Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane won the Ballon d'Or award on Monday, becoming England's first winner in 25 years.

Bayern Munich's Harry Kane reacts after winning the men's Ballon d'Or award during the 2026 Ballon d'Or Football award ceremony in London, Britain, on Oct. 26, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Ying)

Alexia Putellas won the women's Ballon d'Or after leading FC Barcelona to four trophies last season, before joining London City Lionesses in the summer. This is her third women's Ballon d'Or award after 2021 and 2022.