{
  "id": 16710492,
  "title": "Ballon d'Or 2026 full results: Every winner as Harry Kane takes top prize",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/27/ballon-dor-2026-full-results-every-winner-as-harry-kane-takes-top",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-27T04:40:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/football/2026/10/27/ballon-dor-2026-full-results-every-winner-as-harry-kane-takes-top-prize/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Harry Kane achieved a historic milestone on Monday night by becoming the first English player in 25 years to win the prestigious Ballon d'Or award. The Bayern Munich striker triumphed over strong opponents such as Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal. The men's Ballon d'Or was just one of several accolades awarded during the glamorous ceremony held in London. Notably, women's football star Alexia Putellas also secured success. Additionally, Luis de la Fuente's remarkable performances with the Spanish national team were recognized. The full results list numerous winners across various categories, including top 30 rankings for men and women, as well as special awards like the Kopa Trophy for best U21, Yashin Trophies for best goalkeeper, and Johan Cruyff Trophies for best coach and club of the year.",
  "summary": "Harry Kane became the first English player in 25 years to win the Ballon d'Or on Monday night. The Bayern Munich striker beat off strong competition from the likes of Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal to lift the prize. But the men's Ballon d'Or was only one of many awards given out on the night. There was more success for women's football superstar Alexia Putellas, while Luis de la Fuentes's…",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "BusinessDay Nigeria",
        "title": "Who will win the 2026 Ballon d’Or? Kane, Yamal, Mbappe lead race",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/who-will-win-the-2026-ballon-dor-kane-yamal-mbappe-lead-race",
        "published": "2026-10-24T15:34:52.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}