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Putellas and Shaw headline Women's Ballon d'Or 2026 nominations

ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 2:18 PM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Putellas and Shaw headline Women's Ballon d'Or 2026 nominations

Summary

The 2026 Women's Ballon d'Or shortlist includes Putellas and Shaw among its 30 nominees. The list reflects the current standing of elite players in the international game. Barcelona, the current Champions League title holders, maintains a significant presence on the ballot. Eight players from the club's 2026 Women's Champions League squad received nominations for the award. This high volume of representation highlights the influence of the Barcelona roster on the global stage. The selection process highlights the top performers from the most recent professional cycle.

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Key Details

•Putellas and Shaw are among the 30 athletes named to the Women's Ballon d'Or shortlist.
•Barcelona secured eight nominations from their 2026 Women's Champions League squad.
•The 30-player list recognizes individual contributions during the 2026 season.

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3:12 PMESPN Soccer — Women's Ballon d'Or 2026: Putellas, Shaw nominated

What they're saying

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Barcelona's 2026 Women's Champions League squad dominated the Women's Ballon d'Or nominations, with eight players from that team making the 30-player shortlist.
— ESPN Soccerby Shubi Arun

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