England captain and Bayern Munich talisman Harry Kane has been crowned the best footballer in the world, claiming the 2026 Ballon d'Or on Monday evening in London. The landmark announcement headlined a star-studded gala staged in the British capital to celebrate the 70th anniversary of football’s most prestigious individual honour.

Kane, who already boasts multiple European Golden Shoes in his trophy cabinet, secured the award by topping the global vote ahead of his primary challengers, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal.

2026 Men's Ballon d'Or: Final Top 10

1. Harry Kane (England / Bayern Munich)
2. Kylian Mbappé (France / Real Madrid)
3. Lamine Yamal (Spain / Barcelona)
4. Rodri (Spain / Manchester City)
5. Lionel Messi (Argentina / Inter Miami)
6. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (Georgia / Paris Saint-Germain)
7. Ousmane Dembélé (France / Paris Saint-Germain)
8. Erling Haaland (Norway / Manchester City)
9. Michael Olise (France / Bayern Munich)
10. Fabián Ruiz (Spain / Paris Saint-Germain)