Harry Kane (FC Bayern München / England) wins the 2026 Ballon d'Or (ceremony London Palladium Theatre, October 26, 2026)
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Published on 28. September 2026
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Predicted for 26. October 2026
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Based on: Speculative
Polymarket prices Kane at 52.2% (as of Sep 28, 2026), Lamine Yamal at 35.0% — the gap has narrowed recently. UK bookmakers quote Kane at ~60% (best price 4/6 at Coral). Kane's 2025/26 season: 73 goals for Bayern München (Bundesliga + DFB-Pokal double), plus 6 World Cup goals (England 3rd place). Yamal's main argument: Barcelona La Liga and Spain's World Cup victory in 2026 at age 19. Key risk: the Ballon d'Or heavily weights club performance where both are comparable — Spain's World Cup win may tip the balance toward Yamal.
Data basis for this prediction
- Polymarket Ballon d'Or Winner 2026: Kane 52,2%, Yamal 35,0%, Mbappé 5,5% (Stand 28. Sep 2026)
- Sky Sports / Legionreport / Covers.com: Buchmacherquoten Kane 4/6 (~60% implizit), Stand 26. Sep 2026
- UEFA.com: Ballon d'Or Ceremony Date – London Palladium Theatre, 26. Oktober 2026
Verdict: Pending
This prediction is still open. It will be evaluated automatically against real-world sources after its due date.
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