Gary Lineker endorses Harry Kane for Ballon d'Or after standout performances
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 10:43 AM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
Gary Lineker expressed strong support for Harry Kane to win the Ballon d'Or, praising his achievements and performances. Kane matched Peter Shilton’s England record of 125 caps and scored twice in a recent 3-0 Nations League victory against the Czech Republic. With an international tally of 91 goals and solid form for Bayern Munich, Kane has already netted eight times this season. Lineker highlighted Kane’s versatility and contributions beyond scoring. The Ballon d'Or ceremony is set for October 26, 2026, in London, where Kane is among the frontrunners alongside Lamine Yamal.
- •Harry Kane matched Peter Shilton's England caps record at 125.
- •Kane scored twice in a 3-0 win over Czech Republic.
- •He has 91 international goals and eight this season.
- •Lineker calls Kane a phenomenal footballer with a strong career.
- •The Ballon d'Or ceremony takes place in London on October 26.
- 10:43 AMYahoo Sports — Gary Lineker backs ‘deserving’ Harry Kane to win the Ballon d’Or
"Kane matched Peter Shilton’s 125-cap England record against Czechia and scored twice in a 3-0 Nations League win at Wembley
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