“To the Dortmund fans too!” Borussia Dortmund fans boo Harry Kane as he is honoured for his Ballon d’Or - CEO responds with a jibe
Harry Kane received a tribute from Bayern Munich fans for winning the Ballon d'Or, though he faced jeers from visiting Borussia Dortmund supporters. The event underscored the intense rivalry between the two Bundesliga clubs.
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The Ballon d'Or win marks a significant individual achievement for an English player in a major European league, reflecting global football dynamics.
“The Dortmund fans too!” Borussia Dortmund fans boo Harry Kane during ceremony honouring him for his Ballon d’Or – CEO responds with a dig Match H. Kane Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Bayern Munich Borussia Dortmund Bundesliga Bayern Munich fans paid tribute to Harry Kane with a special gesture before the Bundesliga showdown against Borussia Dortmund.
As Bayern Munich's players walked out into the Allianz Arena, fans in the south stand unfurled a banner for Harry Kane, who had won the Ballon d'Or in London on Monday for his outstanding performances in 2025/2026.
"No Showman, but a footballer as he should be. Congrats Harry!" (German: No show star, but a footballer as he should be. Congratulations, Harry!), it read.
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