France and Argentina lead all-time Ballon d'Or winners list
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
France and Argentina are tied with eight Ballon d'Or wins each as of 2026. France's accolades come from multiple players, including Zinedine Zidane and Karim Benzema. Argentina's eight victories are solely thanks to Lionel Messi, who has consistently performed at the highest level since his debut. Other notable nations include Portugal, Germany, and the Netherlands, each with seven wins. The award reflects individual excellence and team performance in football.
- •France and Argentina each have eight Ballon d'Or awards.
- •Zinedine Zidane and Karim Benzema are notable winners for France.
- •Lionel Messi is the sole winner representing Argentina.
- •Portugal, Germany, and the Netherlands follow with seven wins each.
- •The Ballon d'Or recognizes individual performance in football.
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Nations that have dominated the Ballon d’Or award
"The elusive golden ball has has its favorites.
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