Harry Kane says he is still processing Ballon d'Or win
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane told France Football that the significance of his Ballon d'Or award has not yet fully sunk in, describing the moment of announcement as overwhelming.
Harry Kane, the Bayern Munich striker who won the Ballon d'Or, told France Football that he is still trying to grasp the importance of the award. He said he finds it difficult to fully appreciate the honor while still an active player and that seeing past legends such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi helps him understand its meaning.
"I don't think I've fully realized what's happening to me yet. I'm still trying to take it all in," Kane said.
Kane also described his reaction when Ronaldo announced his name as the winner, saying he felt nervous and his heart was racing. He said the suspense felt prolonged and that, when his name was finally called, he experienced a rush of relief and happiness.
"When he said my name, all the emotions hit me at once: relief, happiness… I was completely overwhelmed," he added.
The striker noted that, despite a career filled with trophies and scoring records, the Ballon d'Or represents a different kind of recognition that he is still coming to terms with.