Harry Kane named best striker of the year at Ballon d’Or ceremony

Bayern Munich and England forward Harry Kane has been named the best striker of the year at the Ballon d’Or ceremony.

The 33-year-old will receive the Gerd Muller Trophy in recognition of his outstanding goalscoring achievements during the 2025/26 season.

Kane is also among the 10 players nominated for the Ballon d’Or itself. The winner of the evening’s main award will be announced shortly.

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