Bayern Munich and England forward Harry Kane says the outcome of the 2026 Ballon d’Or is “not in my hands,” responding to questions about his chances of winning the award. The comments come as bookmakers and sections of the media regard him as a leading contender.
Both outlets describe Kane as acknowledging the level of competition and focusing on what he can control: his performances for Bayern. One source also notes that former Germany captain Lothar Matthäus backs Kane, pointing to his impact while playing in Munich. While Kane does not claim the award is guaranteed, he frames his position as having done enough to warrant consideration, even as the final decision depends on factors outside any player’s control.
Overall, the reports agree on Kane’s message that he cannot directly influence the Ballon d’Or outcome, while they differ slightly in emphasis—one highlights Matthäus’s support, and the other stresses bookmaker favoritism and Kane’s view that his goal output strengthens his case.
