Ballon d'Or 2026: Anthony Gordon sees the winner as either Yamal or Kane

The Englishman cannot make up his mind

Ballon d'Or 29 September 2026 at 07:21

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Ballon d'Or 2026: Anthony Gordon sees the winner as either Yamal or Kane

Who will win the 2026 Ballon d'Or? Anthony Gordon sees the winner as either Lamine Yamal or Harry Kane.

As a teammate of Lamine Yamal at FC Barcelona and of Harry Kane with the England national team, Anthony Gordon opted to play it safe and not commit himself too much. Asked about the 2026 Ballon d'Or, the England international sees the Spanish winger and the Bayern Munich striker as the two leading favourites.

"It's difficult, because it depends a little on what you prefer and what you like in a player. If you appreciate that ability to score goals, Harry Kane's season has been historic. So I understand why some people would vote for him. And then, on the other hand, there's Lamine, who for me is the best player in the world. I know they're all talking about it and debating among themselves, but the best man will win," the British forward told ITV Sport.

🚨 Anthony Gordon: "The Ballon d'Or is difficult. If you appreciate the goal scoring ability and the season Harry Kane had, it's historical..."

"But on the other hand, you have Lamine Yamal, who is the best player in the world."

"The best man will win. Good luck to them all!" pic.twitter.com/UO6HTjjgyX
— Barça Universal (@BarcaUniversal) September 28, 2026

Also read: 2026 Ballon d'Or: Luis de la Fuente decides on the winner

As a reminder, voting for the 2026 Ballon d'Or is now closed. The verdict will be revealed at the ceremony on October 26.

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