Ballon d'Or committee selects 30 nominees for the 2026 award

Officials revealed the 30-man shortlist for the 2026 Ballon d'Or on Tuesday. The list identifies several prominent players as candidates for the annual individual football award. Among those named are Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappé, and Lamine Yamal. These nominations reflect player performance during the current cycle of competition. The award is considered one of the most prestigious honors for professional soccer players globally. Following the release of the candidates, the process continues toward the final selection of the trophy winner.

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