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Petit Says Kane's Ballon d'Or Hopes End After England Semi

7/26/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Emmanuel Petit said Harry Kane's Ballon d'Or chances are over after England's World Cup semi-final loss, adding his lack of impact leaves Spanish players ahead.
Kane scored 61 goals in 51 games for Bayern, helping club win the Bundesliga and German Cup.
Kane failed to score as Bayern were eliminated in the Champions League semi-finals.
While on holiday, Kane is expected to begin contract talks with Bayern upon his return.

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Historical Context

On 27 November 2006, defender Fabio Cannavaro won the Ballon d’Or after captaining Italy to World Cup glory, becoming the most recent defender to claim the award and the last Italian winner as of 2026. His post-tournament surge, decided by 330 votes, is cited as a precedent for Harry Kane’s current Bayern Munich ambitions.

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Story summary

Emmanuel Petit said Harry Kane's Ballon d'Or chances are over after England's World Cup semi-final loss, adding his lack of impact leaves Spanish players ahead.
Kane scored 61 goals in 51 games for Bayern, helping club win the Bundesliga and German Cup.
Kane failed to score as Bayern were eliminated in the Champions League semi-finals.
While on holiday, Kane is expected to begin contract talks with Bayern upon his return.

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