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How did Kane win the Ballon d'Or?

Harry Kane won the Ballon d'Or, an individual award for the world's best male footballer, based on his performances over the previous season. It's voted for by journalists, national team coaches, and captains. This personal triumph likely boosted his negotiating power for the lucrative new contract with Bayern Munich, as mentioned in the story.

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