Harry Kane Eyes Ballon d’Or Glory, Emphasizes Importance of Trophies
Harry Kane may be on a scoring spree this season, but the England and Bayern Munich striker knows that individual accolades like the Ballon d’Or hinge not just on goals but on silverware. With an impressive tally of 23 goals in 17 appearances for Bayern, who remain unbeaten and top of both the Bundesliga and Champions League group stage, Kane is having what many consider the best campaign of his career.
However, the 32-year-old is clear about the relationship between personal success and team achievements. “I could score 100 goals this season, but if I don’t win the Champions League or the World Cup, you’re probably not going to win the Ballon d’Or,” Kane stated during a press conference ahead of England’s World Cup qualifier against Albania on Sunday.
Kane’s awareness of the bigger picture shines through as he mentions the necessity of winning major trophies, a sentiment that resonates with the likes of Manchester City’s Erling Haaland. “It’s the same with any player. You have to be winning those major trophies,” he added.
Despite having already secured qualification for next year’s World Cup, Kane emphasized the importance of the upcoming matches against Serbia and Albania as critical preparation for the tournament. “We’re in great shape at Bayern Munich, so that maybe makes the odds a little bit more in my favor. Same with England,” he noted, confident that success with both club and country could position him favorably in the Ballon d’Or conversation.
Kane’s commitment to the team’s culture and winning mentality was evident in his comments about his teammates. He highlighted the importance of attendance and involvement, citing defender Marc Guehi, who participated in team meetings despite being injured. “Representing your country is the biggest honour, and every moment is important,” he said.
With the national team “trending in the right direction,” Kane is optimistic about the challenges ahead. “I definitely think the team is in a really good place going into the new year,” he concluded.
