Harry Kane and Lamine Yamal face off at Wembley ahead of Ballon d'Or voting

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Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Harry Kane and Lamine Yamal face off at Wembley ahead of Ballon d'Or voting
Summary

England hosts Spain in the Nations League at Wembley on Saturday night, featuring a matchup between Harry Kane and Lamine Yamal. With Ballon d'Or voting closing next week, this game provides both players a final opportunity to influence the panel of 100 journalists deciding the award. Kane is seen as a frontrunner after a standout season, while Yamal has positioned himself as a contender despite criticism of Kane's style. The buildup highlights differing opinions on what constitutes the best player, suggesting a divisive vote coming up next month.

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  • •Match is part of the UEFA Nations League.
  • •Voting for the Ballon d'Or closes next week.
  • •Kane leads with a remarkable scoring season.
  • •Yamal aims to shift the narrative away from Kane.
  • •Game represents a clash of different football philosophies.
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  • 10:21 AMYahoo Sports — Harry Kane v Lamine Yamal at Wembley is the final twist in a bitter Ballon d’Or race
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ENGLAND V SPAIN: England host world champions Spain in the Nations League on Saturday night, writes Lawrence Ostlere, where Harry Kane has the chance to stick it to his biggest Ballon d’Or rival – and most vocal critic

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