What happened. Michael Olise backed Harry Kane to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or instead of himself, and he does not agree with Thierry Henry's pick for the award.

Olise needed just eight words to explain his choice.
He declined to back himself for the award.
His pick differs from Thierry Henry's.

The 2026 Ballon d'Or debate continues to split opinion among players and pundits.

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