Ranking England's Ballon d'Or Winners
BBC Sport explores England's Ballon d'Or victors, from Harry Kane's recent triumph to the achievements of past legends.
Harry Kane, 2022
England's great talisman and captain, Harry Kane, became the first Englishman to win the Ballon d'Or in 25 years after a spectacular season with Bayern Munich.
Michael Owen, 2001
Michael Owen, at 22, was the youngest winner when he claimed the award in 2001. He was known for his explosive pace and ruthless finishing.
His winning year included helping Liverpool win a treble: the League Cup, FA Cup, and Uefa Cup.
Kevin Keegan, 1990 & 1991
Kevin Keegan was England's first back-to-back Ballon d'Or winner, claiming the prize in 1990 and 1991.
Bobby Charlton, 1966
Bobby Charlton, England's World Cup-winning captain in 1966, became the first Englishman to win the award after its inception in 1956.
Stanley Matthews, 1956
Stanley Matthews was the inaugural Ballon d'Or winner, highlighting his outstanding performance in the 1950s.
Who's England's Greatest?
The debate rages on—who is England's finest Ballon d'Or winner? Each player's achievement was significant, but the evolving nature of the award makes direct comparisons challenging.