Kane would trade Ballon d'Or for Champions League trophy
MADRID: Ballon d’Or winner Harry Kane said Monday he would trade that accolade for the Champions League trophy, ahead of Bayern Munich’s visit to face Atletico Madrid.
Harry Kane, the Ballon d'Or winner, expressed his preference for the Champions League trophy over his prestigious award during a press conference. The England international stated that winning the Champions League with Bayern Munich would be an "incredible feeling" alongside celebrating successes with his team. The 33-year-old striker acknowledged the importance of team trophies, as he plays football to enjoy success with his teammates.
Kane praised Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone, noting the coach's high regard for his skills and contributions to football. Simeone also expressed his pride in Kane, calling him an "incredible player" and "very good for football." Kane, who was up against superstars Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal in the Ballon d'Or competition, highlighted that while the award is a significant achievement, team trophies, such as the Champions League, are the ultimate goal for him.
He noted that Bayern Munich had only won one of their first three league phase games and wished his team a good memory in the upcoming Champions League final, which they will play in the same stadium where they lost to Liverpool in 2019.
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