Rice backs Kane to win 2026 Ballon d’Or
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has backed England teammate Harry Kane as the “clear winner” of the 2026 Ballon d’Or after his performance for Bayern Munich Read More: https://punchng.com/rice-backs-kane-to-win-2026-ballon-dor/
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has declared England striker Harry Kane the "clear winner" of the 2026 Ballon d’Or. Following Arsenal's 2-2 draw with Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League, Rice praised Kane's performance and his outstanding season. "His numbers speak for themselves. For a striker to play that pass for their first goal then take the penalty how he did... he’s ridiculous, he’s such a good player, insane!"
Rice stated, highlighting Kane's all-round excellence. Kane entered the final stretch of the Ballon d’Or race as the bookmakers’ favorite, having scored 73 goals for club and country in the 2025-26 season. His main challengers are expected to be Barcelona's Lamine Yamal and Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappé. The 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony will be held in London on October 26th.
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