Harry Kane hits crossbar in first match since winning Ballon d'Or

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Last updated Oct 31, 2026

Harry Kane hits crossbar in first match since winning Ballon d'Or
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Harry Kane made his first appearance since winning the Ballon d'Or in a match against Borussia Dortmund at Allianz Arena on October 31, 2026. Despite an impressive performance, including creating a goal for Dayot Upamecano, Kane failed to score, hitting the crossbar on a penalty attempt and later missing another opportunity. The match ended in a 2-2 draw, keeping Bayern Munich and Dortmund level on points at the top of the Bundesliga. In pre-game ceremonies, Kane was honored with special boots and a projection of his likeness on Munich's TV tower.

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  • •Kane missed a penalty in the 2-2 draw against Dortmund.
  • •He assisted Dayot Upamecano for Bayern's second goal.
  • •Kane previously scored 73 goals last season.
  • •Bayern and Dortmund are tied on points at the top of the Bundesliga.
  • •Kane was honored with a pre-game ceremony in Munich.
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Ballon d'Or winner Harry Kane ran up to the penalty spot in his golden boots and .Kane hit the crossbar instead of scoring as his first game as the holder of soccer's biggest individual award didn't quite live up to the pre-game hype.

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