Liga MX announces winners of Golden Ball awards for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 5:18 AM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
Liga MX conducted its annual Ballon d'Or ceremony on July 25, 2026, recognizing outstanding performances from the previous season. Key awards included Best rookie awarded to Brian Gutiérrez and Best head coach to Antonio Mohamed. João Pedro claimed both Best forward and Top scorer titles. The ceremony also honored Efraín Álvarez for the Best goal with a standout free-kick. The forthcoming Apertura 2026 will begin the countdown for the next awards.
- •Best rookie: Brian Gutiérrez
- •Best head coach: Antonio Mohamed
- •Top scorer: João Pedro
- •Best goal: Efraín Álvarez's free-kick
- •Cruz Azul named Best club of the season
- 5:18 AMYahoo Sports — 🏆 Liga MX hands out the Golden Ball: here are the winners
"This Saturday, Liga MX held the Ballon d'Or ceremony, which honors the best player in each position, as well as the best club and best head coach. The winners are:Best rookie: Brian GutiérrezBest de...
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