Harry Kane Wins Ballon d’Or! Mbappé, Yamal, Rodri and Messi Complete Top 5
Harry Kane has been crowned Ballon d’Or winner after an exceptional 2025/26 campaign with Bayern Munich, finishing ahead of Kylian Mbappé, Lamine Yamal, Rodri and Lionel Messi, who complete the top five.
The England striker enjoyed a prolific year in front of goal, scoring 36 times in the Bundesliga to secure a second European Golden Shoe. His impressive tally extended across all competitions, with Kane finding the net 61 times for Bayern Munich while also adding 12 goals for England during the year.
Kane’s scoring exploits played a significant role in Bayern’s successful campaign, helping the German giants secure a domestic treble. His consistency and ability to deliver in important moments strengthened his case for football’s most prestigious individual honour.
Beyond the remarkable numbers, Kane produced several standout goals that demonstrated his finishing ability and attacking intelligence. His performances throughout the season underlined his importance to Bayern and his status among the leading forwards in world football.
The Ballon d’Or recognition represents another major milestone for the striker, whose career has been defined by prolific scoring and sustained performances at the highest level.
With Mbappé, Yamal, Rodri and Messi completing the top five, the final standings bring together some of the biggest names in the modern game, reflecting another season of individual excellence and memorable performances.
#1 Harry Kane
#2 Kylian Mbappé
#3 Lamine Yamal
#4 Rodri
#5 Lionel Messi
#6 Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
#7 Ousmane Dembélé
#8 Erling Haaland
#9 Michael Olise
#10 Fabián Ruiz
#11 Jude Bellingham
#12 Pau Cubarsí
#13 Achraf Hakimi
#14 Vitinha
#15 Declan Rice
#16 Ferran Torres
#17 Vinícius Jr.
#18 Marc Cucurella
#19 João Neves
#20 Willian Pacho
#21 Gabriel
#22 Lautaro Martínez
#23 Nuno Mendes
#24 Luis Díaz
#25 Marquinhos
#26 Dayot Upamecano
#27 Bruno Fernandes
#28 Julián Quiñones
#29 Sadio Mané
#29 William Saliba
