Harry Kane addresses Ballon d'Or 2026 ambitions

Bayern Munich and England forward Harry Kane believes his goalscoring record and achievements position him as a top contender for the 2026 Ballon d'Or. In an interview with L'Equipe, the 32-year-old striker pointed to the 2026 World Cup and the UEFA Champions League final as pivotal factors in the race for the prestigious individual award.

If you look at the current favorites for the Ballon d'Or, it is Michael Olise, as well as the players who reached the Champions League final, and myself. But at the same time, I am not someone who claims to deserve the Ballon d'Or. I try to let my play on the pitch speak for itself. Harry Kane

During the 2025/26 campaign, Kane maintained remarkable form, recording 61 goals and 7 assists in 51 appearances across all club competitions. Despite Bayern's exit in the Champions League semi-finals to eventual winners PSG, the Englishman was named in the UEFA Champions League Team of the Season. Last year, Kane finished 13th in the voting, with the award going to PSG winger Ousmane Dembele.

For Kane, this season has been a testament to his consistency at the elite level. The importance of the award is secondary to his team goals, though his performance on the world stage remains critical. Next, the striker will join the England squad under head coach Thomas Tuchel for the 2026 World Cup, where they face Croatia, Ghana, and Panama in the group stage.