Bayern's Harry Kane celebrates after scoring a penalty, the opening goal of his team during the Champions League semifinal first leg soccer match between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich in Paris, Tuesday, April 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Christophe Ena, File)

There was once a time when it was thought that England skipper Harry Kane would end his career as a nearly man. On Tuesday night, the Englishman stood on top of the world, clinching the coveted Ballon d’Or, becoming the first England player since Michael Owen in 2001 to win the award and taking his place as one of the greats of the game. Kane finished as Europe’s top goalscorer last season, scoring 73 goals for club and country.…