Owen Names Kane and Rodri as Ballon d'Or Contenders
On 15 September 2026, former Manchester United striker Michael Owen identified Harry Kane of Bayern Munich and Rodri of Barcelona as the leading contenders for the 2026 Ballon d'Or. Thirty players have been shortlisted for the prestigious award, with the winner set to be announced in London next month.
Owen praised Kane for his impressive goal-scoring record at Bayern Munich and his strong performance during the World Cup. He also commended Rodri for winning the domestic double with Manchester City, which included the FA Cup and Carabao Cup, and for being a standout player in the World Cup, where he was likely the best player in the tournament.
Owen stated that if he were voting, his choice would be between Kane and Rodri.
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