Harry Kane Wins 2026 Ballon d'Or, Becoming First Englishman in 25 Years
Tottenham and England striker Harry Kane won the 2026 Ballon d'Or, the first Englishman to do so in 25 years, prompting praise in British media and hints from Downing Street of a knighthood.
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| Oct 27, 7:31 AM | theguardian.com | Arise, Sir Harry? Downing Street hints at Kane knighthood after Ballon d’Or win |
| Oct 26, 6:00 PM | bbc.co.uk | The Papers: 'England's golden boy' Kane and 'Time to pay fair' |
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