Motion text
That this House congratulates England captain Harry Kane on winning the prestigious 2026 Ballon d'Or at the ceremony in London; notes that he is the first English player to receive the award in 25 years since Michael Owen in 2001; celebrates his astonishing record of 73 goals scored for club and country over the course of the season, which cement his status as a world-class athlete; commends his exemplary leadership of the national team and his inspiring professionalism on and off the pitch; recognises that his journey from multiple lower-league loan spells to the pinnacle of world football serves as an invaluable example of determination, work ethic, and resilience for young aspiring athletes across the United Kingdom; and calls on the Government to continue investing in grassroots sports facilities to ensure the next generation of sporting talent can emulate his incredible success.
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