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Kylian Mbappé responds after losing the 2026 Ballon d'Or to Harry Kane

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Kylian Mbappé has reportedly reacted to missing out on the 2026 Ballon d'Or, which went to England captain Harry Kane. The France forward finished behind Kane in the voting at the London ceremony. His response has drawn plenty of attention from football fans online.

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Four photos from the Ballon d'Or: Burna Boy and Bukayo Saka at the podium with the Sócrates Award, Burna Boy on the red carpet, and the two embracing on stage
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Nigeria shines at the Ballon d'Or as Burna Boy presents the Sócrates Award to Bukayo Saka

Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy presented the Sócrates Award to Arsenal and England star Bukayo Saka at the Ballon d'Or ceremony in London on Monday night. The award recognises footballers who make a positive impact on society through humanitarian and community work. It was a proud moment for Nigerian music and football on the global stage.

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Harry Kane wins the 2026 Ballon d'Or, ahead of Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe

Harry Kane has been named winner of the 2026 Ballon d'Or at the ceremony in London, becoming the first Englishman to take the award in 25 years. He beat Barcelona's Lamine Yamal and PSG's Kylian Mbappe to the prize. Kane has also broken his silence after the win.