Harry Kane becomes first Englishman in 25 years to win Ballon d'Or

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Harry Kane has won the Ballon d'Or, making him the first English player to do so in 25 years. Kylian Mbappé finished second in the voting process. Alexia Putellas earned her third women's Ballon d'Or award. Crowds of fans gathered in the streets near the London Palladium. Some supporters climbed light poles to celebrate the occasion.

Kane was followed in the voting by Kylian Mbappé. Spain star Alexia Putellas won her third women's Ballon d'Or. Outside, fans packed the streets and climbed light poles near the London Palladium.

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