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Harry Kane ends England's 25-year Ballon d'Or drought, Putellas wins third crown

Published October 26, 2026 7:45 pm • Updated October 26, 2026 7:45 pm •
Harry Kane ends England's 25-year Ballon d'Or drought, Putellas wins third crown
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Harry Kane became the first Englishman in 25 years to win the Ballon d’Or on Monday after scoring 73 goals for club and country last season. Spain’s Alexia Putellas claimed her third women’s award after helping Barcelona win the Champions League, ending teammate Aitana Bonmati’s three-year reign.

Harry Kane became the first Englishman in 25 years to win the Ballon d’Or on Monday after scoring 73 goals for club and country last season. Spain’s Alexia Putellas claimed her third women’s award after helping Barcelona win the Champions League, ending teammate Aitana Bonmati’s three-year reign.

Source: France 24 — Original report ↗

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Original source: France 24 ↗