Who Won the Gerd Muller Trophy? Why Ronaldo, Mbappe Lose Out to Harry Kane for 2024 Top Goal Scorer Prize at Ballon d'Or

Who is the Gerd Muller Trophy?

The Gerd Muller Trophy is a newly established award given to the men's player with the most goals scored for his club and country during the previous season.

The award is named after the legendary German striker Gerd Muller, who is widely considered one of the greatest goalscorers in the history of the game.

Who won the Gerd Muller Trophy for 2024?

Harry Kane was awarded the inaugural Gerd Muller Trophy for the 2023-24 season. He scored 40 goals for Tottenham Hotspur and England during the previous campaign, which was more than any other player in Europe's top five leagues.

Why did Ronaldo and Mbappe lose out to Kane?

Cristiano Ronaldo finished second in the voting for the Gerd Muller Trophy with 39 goals for Manchester United and Portugal.

Kylian Mbappe was third with 37 goals for Paris Saint-Germain and France.

Kane's superior goal-scoring record over the entire season was the main reason why he won the award ahead of Ronaldo and Mbappe.

What does this mean for Kane?

Winning the Gerd Muller Trophy is a major accomplishment for Kane. It is a testament to his incredible scoring prowess and his status as one of the best strikers in the world.

The award also gives Kane a major boost ahead of the 2024 Ballon d'Or. The Ballon d'Or is awarded to the best player in the world and is considered the most prestigious individual award in football.

Kane is now one of the favorites to win the Ballon d'Or in 2024.