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Liverpool's Rio Ngumoha aims for Ballon d'Or following Kane's win

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Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Liverpool's Rio Ngumoha aims for Ballon d'Or following Kane's win

Summary

Liverpool teenager Rio Ngumoha has expressed his ambition to win the Ballon d'Or, inspired by Harry Kane's recent triumph. The 18-year-old winger believes Kane's historic achievement can motivate a new generation of English players. Ngumoha has made significant contributions for Liverpool, including a key role in a 4-3 Champions League victory over Villarreal last month. He has been called up to the England squad again for upcoming Nations League fixtures against Croatia and Spain.

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•Rio Ngumoha aims for Ballon d'Or after Harry Kane's win.
•Ngumoha key player in Liverpool's 4-3 Champions League victory.
•Liverpool hosts Villarreal next after impressive club displays.
•England faces Croatia and Spain in the Nations League.
•Ngumoha has made three senior appearances for England.

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8:52 AMYahoo Sports — 'I can do it!' - Liverpool wonderkid Rio Ngumoha sets sights on Ballon d'Or glory after Harry Kane's historic triumph

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Liverpool teenager Rio Ngumoha has set his sights on winning the Ballon d'Or after being inspired by Harry Kane's historic triumph. The talented winger believes the England striker's recent success can motivate a new generation of players to become the world's best.
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