'He disappeared': Harry Kane told his Ballon d'Or dream is over despite sensational goal-scoring season

Harry Kane's chances of winning the 2026 Ballon d'Or have suffered a significant setback following England's World Cup campaign, with former France, Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder Emmanuel Petit insisting the Bayern Munich striker is no longer among the leading contenders despite one of the finest individual seasons of his career.

Kane entered the Ballon d'Or race as one of the favourites after a prolific campaign for both club and country, but Petit believes his inability to deliver silverware in football's biggest competitions has weakened his case.