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Jordan Pickford supports Harry Kane's Ballon d'Or candidacy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 5:30 AM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Jordan Pickford supports Harry Kane's Ballon d'Or candidacy
Summary

Jordan Pickford expressed strong support for Harry Kane's chances of winning the Ballon d'Or at a press conference on October 2, 2026, in Rijeka, Croatia. Kane, who scored 73 goals for club and country last season, is considered a frontrunner for the award, which no English player has won in 25 years. Pickford praised Kane’s work ethic and character, suggesting a Ballon d'Or win would be well-deserved and beneficial for Kane and his family. The Ballon d'Or is set to be awarded later this month, adding anticipation for Kane’s potential recognition.

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  • •Jordan Pickford spoke on October 2, 2026, in Rijeka, Croatia.
  • •He praised Harry Kane's performances and character.
  • •Kane is a frontrunner for the Ballon d'Or this October.
  • •No English player has won the Ballon d'Or in 25 years.
  • •Kane scored 73 goals last season for club and country.
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  • 5:30 AMYahoo Sports — England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford ‘would love nothing more’ than to see Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane lift Ballon d’Or
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Pickford supports his international teammate.

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