Pickford praises Kane's chances for Ballon d'Or ahead of Croatia match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 3:37 PM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford expressed confidence in teammate Harry Kane's pursuit of the Ballon d'Or during a press conference on October 2, 2026. Pickford highlighted Kane's scoring ability and character, stating he is currently 'right in the mix' for the prestigious award. With Kane serving as the captain, Pickford emphasized the significance of Kane's hard work and dedication ahead of England's upcoming match against Croatia. The England squad plans to carry this momentum into their upcoming fixtures.
- •Kane has been a key player for England since 2018.
- •Pickford believes Kane deserves recognition for his performance this season.
- •England prepares to face Croatia in their next match.
- •Pickford and Kane have played over 82 matches together for England.
- 3:37 PMYahoo Sports — Pickford senses Bayern's Kane is "right in the mix" for Ballon d'Or glory
"England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford believes teammate Harry Kane's chances of winning the Ballon d'Or are currently in a good place.“I think he is right in the mix for it," the 32-year-old shot-stopp...
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