Munich mayor Dominik Krause congratulates Harry Kane on winning the Ballon d'Or

Munich's Lord Mayor, Dominik Krause, has congratulated FC Bayern Munich footballer Harry Kane on winning the Ballon d'Or, the award for the world footballer of the year.

Kane received the award in London, his home city. According to the mayor, it is the first time in 25 years that the title has gone to England and the first time in 45 years that it has gone to FC Bayern, and therefore to Munich.

In his message, Krause said: 'The award goes to a true gentleman who, like few others, embodies sportsmanship in the best sense and stands for discipline, modesty and personal integrity on and off the pitch. Your exceptional performances, which also make the state capital Munich shine as a world city of sport, make us proud and grateful.'

The mayor added: 'I wish you continued success and many more goals, and I hope that you will stay with FC Bayern and with us for a long time to come, so that together we can celebrate many more victories and titles.'