The organisers of the prestigious Ballon d’Or awards have confirmed the date when the nominees for the 2026 edition will be announced, giving football fans another major date to look forward to.
The shortlist is scheduled to be revealed on September 8, 2026, with the announcement expected to feature the leading performers from across the 2025/26 season and the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The organisers are expected to reveal 30 nominees for the men’s Ballon d’Or, alongside the nominees for the women’s award and other individual prizes, including the Kopa Trophy, Yashin Trophy and Coach of the Year.
The timing of this year’s announcement makes the race particularly interesting, with the 2026 World Cup likely to play a significant role in the final voting. Players who delivered outstanding performances for their clubs and countries will be hoping to make the prestigious shortlist.
Who are the potential nominees for the 2026 Ballon d’Or?
Based on performances across the 2025/26 season and the 2026 World Cup, these are some of the strongest expected nominees:
Harry Kane – Bayern Munich/England
Lamine Yamal – Barcelona/Spain
Kylian Mbappé – Real Madrid/France
Lionel Messi – Inter Miami/Argentina
Rodri – Manchester City / Spain
When is the 2026 Ballon d'Or?
The final winners will be announced at the Ballon d’Or ceremony in London on October 26, 2026, where the world will discover who has been voted the best player in football.
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