Harry Kane Favored to Win Ballon d'Or 2026 in London Ceremony

Harry Kane is anticipated to win the Ballon d'Or 2026, becoming the fifth Englishman to achieve this honor during a ceremony in London. The event will take place at the Palladium Theatre, hosted by Thierry Henry and Kate Scott.

The Bayern Munich striker has had an impressive year, scoring 61 goals for his club and six for the England national team during the World Cup, where England finished third. Kylian Mbappe is considered his closest rival, having scored 42 goals for Real Madrid last season, but the lack of major trophies for his team may affect his chances.

Lamine Yamal, despite being a strong contender, faced disappointment in a recent match against Barcelona. Lionel Messi, returning to the shortlist after three years, had a notable year with Inter Miami but is not expected to win again. The ceremony will be broadcast live on DAZN.