Ballon d'Or 2026: Kane Wins, Putellas Sets Record

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Harry Kane and Alexia Putellas are the big winners of the 2026 Ballon d'Or gala in London. For Kane, the award means his first triumph, according to Der Spiegel; Putellas secured her third Ballon d'Or, setting a record.

It ends the long wait for a title for the Bayern striker. The award ceremony had been expected for hours: Franceinfo had previously named Kylian Mbappé, Lamine Yamal, and Harry Kane as favorites, while the final rankings remained open.

The Gala in London: Kane Is World Footballer of 2026

The ceremonial award ceremony began at 9 p.m. in London, according to Paris Match. After the female and male players in places 11 through 30 were initially presented, the two main winners were confirmed.

Kane won the men's Ballon d'Or. According to Der Spiegel, it was his first title after a long career with international successes and club stints in England.

Putellas' Third Title Is a Record

In the women's category, Alexia Putellas continued her winning streak. Der Spiegel highlights that she set a record with her third win.

Spanish dominance was already evident before the gala. El País reports that both coaching awards also went to Spain: Luis de la Fuente received the best coach title in the men's category, while Pere Romeu was honored in the women's category.

The Other Awards: Goalkeepers and Young Talents

Unai Simón and Cata Coll received the awards for best goalkeeper. In the young player category, Lamine Yamal and Vicky López won.

The gala thus distributed its most important awards not only to the two female and male winners, but also to coaches, goalkeepers, and the next generation. It is precisely this breadth that makes the Ballon d'Or an annual award for outstanding performances in world football.

What the Titles Mean for Kane and Putellas

For Kane, the first Ballon d'Or is the greatest individual title of his career so far. For Putellas, the third victory marks not only another award, but a record that permanently writes her into the history of the competition.

Until the gala, however, it remained unclear who would succeed Ousmane Dembélé. That uncertainty was resolved on the evening in London: Kane won in the men's category, Putellas in the women's.

Status: The awards have been presented; further details to follow.