English striker Harry Kane, playing for Bayern Munich, hopes to win the Ballon d'Or at the ceremony scheduled for next Monday in London, his birthplace, where he is considered the favorite to win the award according to sports expectations.
The 33-year-old Kane has scored 73 goals for his club and national team, the second-best record in history after Argentine star Lionel Messi, who scored 82 goals in the 2010-2011 season, placing him at the forefront of the competitors.
Open Competition
Kane faces strong competition from the Spanish duo Lamine Yamal and Rodri, who won the World Cup title, along with Frenchmen Kylian Mbappe and Michael Olise, amid expectations of Kane winning for the first time in his career.
In the same context, Yamal and Mbappe have turned to the media to promote their claim to the award, while Kane warned against rumors, saying: "I try not to think about it, and obviously that is difficult. There are rumors here and there, so I try to stay away from them."
Performance Criteria
Kane added after his outstanding performance in Arsenal's 2-2 draw in the Champions League: "I will try to enjoy Monday's night as much as possible; it is a great occasion and an important event," noting that the award is given based on individual performance, personal traits, and team performance.
The award is usually given to players who have won the Champions League or the World Cup, a criterion that Kane clearly meets after raising his tally to five titles with Bayern.
International Achievements
For his part, the English national team finished third in the North American World Cup, with Kane scoring 6 goals and providing one assist, while Bayern Munich reached the Champions League semi-finals last season before being eliminated by Paris Saint-Germain.
Source: Arriyadiyah newspaper
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