Harry Kane, the England national team captain and Bayern Munich striker, is a strong contender for the Ballon d'Or, potentially becoming the first English winner since Michael Owen in 2001. He would also be the fourth Bayern Munich player to claim the prestigious award. In an interview with Marca, Kane expressed gratitude for his nomination, acknowledging his "incredible" previous season where he scored 73 goals, but stated the outcome is "out of his hands" as it depends on voters. He emphasized his focus on the current season. Kane also noted the significance of the 2026 Ballon d'Or being awarded in London, his hometown, calling it a "special" potential omen. He faces stiff competition from players like Lamine Yamal, Ousmane Dembélé, and Kylian Mbappé.