"I could score 100 goals this season, but if I don't win the Champions League or the World Cup, you're probably not going to win the Ballon d'Or. It's the same with any player. You have to be winning those major trophies."
"Since 2006, almost 80% of Ballon d'Or winners have claimed the accolade in a year when they also lifted either the Champions League or a major international tournament, such as the World Cup, Euros or Copa America."
Harry Kane has scored 53 goals in 45 appearances this season, but his chances for the Ballon d'Or depend on team success. He missed a recent match due to an ankle injury and needs to be fit for Bayern Munich's Champions League match against Real Madrid. Winning major trophies like the Champions League or World Cup is crucial for Ballon d'Or contenders. Historically, nearly 80% of winners have also secured a major title in the same year, emphasizing the importance of team achievements over individual performance alone.
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