Harry Kane Wins European Golden Shoe in Munich Ceremony
Bayern Munich’s forward, Harry Kane, was awarded the European Golden Shoe during a special ceremony in Munich on Wednesday. Kane’s remarkable performance in the 2025/26 Bundesliga season, where he scored 37 goals, earned him 72 points, placing him ahead of Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, who finished with 54 points, and Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappé with 50 points.
After receiving his second Golden Shoe, Kane expressed his aspiration for continual improvement, stating, “I’m always trying to improve and hope that I can do just that next season.”
In his acceptance speech, Kane acknowledged the impressive talents of teammates Luis Díaz and Michael Olise, noting that Bayern’s offensive lineup for the 2025/26 season was the strongest he has ever played with. He particularly looked forward to next season with the anticipated addition of Ismail Saibari and a potentially fit Jamal Musiala, which would enhance the squad’s firepower.
“I would first like to thank all the Bayern players, coaches and staff, without whom I would not be standing here,” Kane expressed in gratitude. Former Bayern striker Luca Toni presented the award and remarked on Kane’s outstanding achievements, suggesting that he is worthy of the Ballon d’Or: “You deserve the Ballon d’Or.” It is a sentiment many fans and analysts find difficult to dispute.
Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane received the European Golden Shoe in a special ceremony in Munich on Wednesday after his 37 goals in the 2025/26 Bundesliga season earned him 72 points, ahead of of Erling Haaland (Manchester City, 54 points) and Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid, 50 points).
Upon receiving his second Golden Shoe, Kane said: “I’m always trying to improve and hope that I can do just that next season.”
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Additionally, he held Luis Díaz and Michael Olise in high praise, name-dropping Bayern’s 2025/26 attack as the best he’s featured in. And next season, with the addition of Ismail Saibari and, hopefully, a fully-fit Jamal Musiala, the Rekordmeister’s front line only gets better.
“I would first like to thank all the Bayern players, coaches and staff, without whom I would not be standing here,” thanked Kane. Handed the award by former Bayern striker Luca Toni, the Italian believes Kane is Ballon d’Or worthy: “You deserve the Ballon d’Or.” And let’s be honest, it’s hard to disagree.
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