France Football names 30 nominees for the 2026 men's Ballon d’Or
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 3:55 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026
France Football revealed the 30-man shortlist for the 2026 men's Ballon d’Or ahead of the awards ceremony scheduled for October 26 in London. Paris Saint-Germain players account for one-third of the total nominations following the club's second consecutive UEFA Champions League title. Ousmane Dembele enters the running to defend his previous win against teammates including Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Vitinha, Marquinhos, and Nuno Mendes. Other notable nominees include Harry Kane, who recorded 73 goals this season, alongside Jude Bellingham, Lamine Yamal, and Lionel Messi. The list also includes representatives from various European clubs such as Manchester City, Arsenal, Bayern Munich, and Real Madrid. Coaches, goalkeepers, and young talent were also recognized in the wider release of award categories.
- •France Football nominated 30 players for the men's Ballon d’Or.
- •Ten of the 30 nominees currently play for Paris Saint-Germain.
- •Harry Kane is among the favorites following a 73-goal campaign.
- •The award ceremony takes place October 26 in London.
- •Nominees for women's, coaching, and goalkeeping awards were also announced.
- 4:10 PMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Ballon d’Or: the 30 nominees confirmed
- 3:55 PMYahoo Sports — Ballon d’Or 2026 nominees revealed: PSG stars dominate list
"The 30 players nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or were unveiled this Tuesday!Five French players are among the finalists: Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé, William Saliba, Dayot Upamecano and Michael...
"The nominees for the Ballon d’Or 2026 awards have been revealed by France Football ahead of next month’s ceremony.A third of the 30 players nominated for the men’s Ballon d’Or come from Paris ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 8, 2026, 4:10 PM🚨 Ballon d’Or: the 30 nominees confirmed
The 30 players nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or were unveiled this Tuesday!Five French players are among the finalists: Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé, William Saliba, Dayot Upamecano and Michael...
- Yahoo SportsSep 8, 2026, 3:55 PMBallon d’Or 2026 nominees revealed: PSG stars dominate list
The nominees for the Ballon d’Or 2026 awards have been revealed by France Football ahead of next month’s ceremony.A third of the 30 players nominated for the men’s Ballon d’Or come from Paris ...
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