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Thierry Henry names Kylian Mbappe as his candidate for Ballon d’Or

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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Thierry Henry names Kylian Mbappe as his candidate for Ballon d’Or

Summary

Thierry Henry has identified Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe as his primary choice for the upcoming Ballon d’Or award. Despite Real Madrid failing to secure a major trophy last season, Henry emphasized Mbappe’s individual output, including a Pichichi title and a high scoring record in the Champions League. The former French forward also cited Mbappe’s Golden Boot performance during the 2026 World Cup as a significant factor in his evaluation. While acknowledging other candidates such as Michael Olise, Harry Kane, and Jude Bellingham, Henry maintains that Mbappe’s statistics remain the most compelling. The Ballon d’Or winner is scheduled to be announced this October.

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By the Numbers

•Kylian Mbappe scored 25 La Liga goals last season.
•Mbappe set the all-time World Cup goalscoring record in 2026.
•Thierry Henry ranked Michael Olise as the second-most qualified candidate.
•The Ballon d’Or ceremony is scheduled for October.

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Real Madrid were unable to win any major trophy during the last season, but still, some of their players impressed a lot at an individual level. This was particularly true for Kylian Mbappe, who retai...
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