Kane wins Ballon d'Or, Guti questions London event

Harry Kane was crowned Ballon d’Or 2026 this Monday evening at the London Palladium, succeeding Ousmane Dembélé and joining the great figures of world football, a distinction that also marks a major milestone for British English football.

Guti Hernandez's doubts

The former Spanish international Guti Hernandez immediately expressed his reservations, deeming the choice of the winner questionable. He said the result seemed to suit certain interests too well.

“What a coincidence!”, he exclaimed, noting that the 70th edition of the Ballon d’Or was held in London and was won by a Londoner. He added that everything seemed orchestrated, reinforcing his scepticism.

Former Real Madrid midfielder, Guti won three Champions Leagues, which adds weight to his criticism in the debate.

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The ceremony, held at the prestigious London Palladium, gathered the biggest stars of sport, highlighting the growing prestige of the trophy.

For the first time in several decades, an English player has captured the Ballon d’Or, boosting the visibility of football in England.

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Thus, Kane's victory shines a light on English success while feeding the questions of some observers, who see it as an orchestration.