Does failing to win the World Cup or Champions League hurt Harry Kane’s Ballon d’Or chances?
FC Bayern’s star striker might have some things working against him in the eyes of voters.
Phil Bardsley, a former Manchester United defender, believes Harry Kane has a strong case to be nominated for the Ballon d’Or in light of his exceptional scoring season in 2025/26. The England forward netted 61 goals in 51 matches across all competitions, claiming the Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, and European Golden Shoe. Bardsley acknowledges Kane's remarkable numbers but emphasizes the importance of major trophies like the Champions League and World Cup in his decision-making process.
He acknowledges that while players like Kane, Rodri, and others have had brilliant seasons, a championship-winning trophy could ultimately play a decisive role in the voting. Bardsley points out that while it's not a requirement for the Ballon d’Or, it is a prevailing sentiment among some voters, and he himself is not sure where he would stand on Kane's chances in the mix.
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