Bayern Munich defeated Osnabruck 4-1 in DFB-Pokal as Harry Kane scored and Luis Diaz praised Kane's consistency ahead of the 2026 Ballon d'Or race.
Colombian winger Luis Diaz hailed Harry Kane as the best in the world following Bayern Munich's 4-1 DFB-Pokal victory over Osnabruck. Speaking to reporters, Diaz emphasised Kane's unselfish nature and all-round game, stating the England captain makes teammates play better while contributing in all areas. Diaz firmly believes Kane's historic output makes him a main contender for the Ballon d'Or, hoping the striker can lift the award.
Kane's remarkable season statistics
Kane's credentials for the game's top individual honour are undeniable following a spectacular season. The England captain scored an astonishing 73 goals and provided eight assists in just 65 appearances for club and country. This remarkable haul included six goals at the 2026 World Cup, where he helped guide England to a third-place finish. Also, Kane's overall tally marks the second-best goalscoring season by any player since the turn of the millennium, trailing only Lionel Messi's famous 82-goal campaign for Barcelona and Argentina in 2011-12.
Bayern's dominant start to the new campaign
With Kane already on the mark for the new campaign, Bayern will aim to build on consecutive dominant victories when they return to Bundesliga action this Saturday. Kompany's men are set to face Schalke, who recently secured their return to the German top flight. Having netted nine goals in their last two matches, the Bavarians will look to maintain their formidable attacking form this weekend before discovering their second-round opponents in the DFB-Pokal.
What the Kane-Diaz partnership means for Bayern
The Brazilian manager Kompany named a strong starting XI featuring Kane, Diaz, Michael Olise and Joshua Kimmich for the DFB-Pokal tie. The Colombian winger joined Bayern in the summer and has quickly integrated into the attacking setup. Kane's movement and link-up play have already provided an early goal, and Diaz's pace offers a different dimension to the forward line. The partnership looks promising for the season ahead as Bayern look to challenge on all fronts.
Kane's World Cup impact for England
Kane's performance at the 2026 World Cup was a highlight of England's tournament run. The England captain scored six goals in Qatar, helping guide the Three Lions to a third-place finish. His overall tournament contribution included eight assists, and his 73-goal season haul across club and country demonstrates his incredible consistency at the highest level. Kane's leadership on and off the pitch was evident throughout England's campaign in the Gulf state.
What next for Kane and Bayern
Having netted nine goals in their last two matches across all competitions, Bayern Munich will look to maintain their formidable attacking form when they face Schalke in the Bundesliga this Saturday. Kompany's men are aiming to extend their unbeaten start to the new campaign as they chase silverware on multiple fronts. The England captain's early season form suggests he will be key to Bayern's ambitions in both domestic and European competitions.
