Goal, assist… goal-kick – Kane underlines Ballon d’Or credentials

Harry Kane produced a standout performance in Bayern Munich’s 2-2 Champions League draw with Arsenal, reinforcing his case to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or. He helped set up Alphonso Davies’ equaliser with a precise pass and scored from the penalty spot to put Bayern ahead, before Declan Rice’s late goal secured a draw.

Before the 25-minute mark, Kane took a Bayern goal-kick and launched an 80-yard pass that nearly created a goal, an unusual example of the freedom he has under manager Vincent Kompany. His goal against Arsenal was his 16th against the club and extended his Champions League scoring run to 10 consecutive matches, a feat previously achieved only by Cristiano Ronaldo, who scored in 11 straight games. Kane is on the award’s 30-player shortlist, with the winner to be chosen by 100 international journalists and announced on Monday.