Harry Kane discusses Ballon d'Or candidacy and 73-goal season

Bayern Munich and England striker Harry Kane has emerged as a leading candidate for the 2026 Ballon d'Or following a prolific season in which he scored 73 goals in 65 appearances across all competitions. This tally is the second-highest single-season total in history, trailing only Lionel Messi’s 82 goals in the 2011-12 season.

In recent interviews, Kane described the past season as the best of his life but remained humble regarding the individual award, stating, “The Ballon d'Or is not in my hands. It depends on the people who vote.” He also reflected on the 2026 World Cup, specifically recalling the difficult semifinal loss to Argentina. Kane shared details of a respectful encounter with Lionel Messi following the match, noting that he embraced the Argentine captain to wish him luck for the final.

While Kane expressed admiration for La Liga and major Spanish clubs, he emphasized his current happiness in Germany. He remains focused on his performance on the pitch as the award ceremony approaches, scheduled for October 26 in London.