Harry Kane and Alexia Putellas Win 2026 Ballon d'Or Awards
| Category | Winner | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Men's Ballon d'Or | Harry Kane (England/Bayern Munich) | - Scored 61 goals across all competitions (36 in Bundesliga) - Led England to 3rd place in 2026 World Cup (best in 60 years) - First Ballon d'Or of his career |
| Women's Ballon d'Or | Alexia Putellas (Spain/London City Lionesses) | - Third Ballon d'Or (previously won in 2021, 2022) - Equaled Aitana Bonmati's record of 3 awards |