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⭐ Ballon d'OF: our fifth pick is…
The 2026 Ballon d'Or winner will be revealed this Monday, October 26. To mark the occasion, OneFootball's French editorial team cast their votes to crown their Ballon d'OF winner for the 2025-2026 sea...
Kane, Yamal or Mbappé - Who deserves the Ballon d'Or?
Could it be a good omen for Harry Kane that for the first time in the Ballon d'Or's 70-year history the prestigious award ceremony will take place in his home town of London on Monday? England captain and serial scorer Kane of Bayern Munich is in with a chance of winning the most important individual honour of his career for the first time. Or will Kane have to give way to one of the Spanish World Cup winners, Lamine Yamal or Rodri? And what about World Cup top scorer Kylian Mbappé? "Winning the
Who should win the Ballon d’Or Feminin? The Athletic asked people in elite football to vote
Our reporters asked players and managers, past and present, coaches, sporting directors, scouts and leading executives to pick their top-10s
⭐ Ballon d'OF: our number six is:
The 2026 Ballon d'Or winner will be revealed on Monday, October 26. To mark the occasion, OneFootball's French editorial team cast their votes to choose their Ballon d'OF winner for the 2025-2026 seas...
Who should win the men’s Ballon d’Or? The Athletic asked 100 people from elite football to vote
Our reporters asked players and managers, past and present, coaches, sporting directors, scouts and presidents to vote for their top 10
‘Voters aren’t naive’ claims former Ballon d’Or chief
Grigoriy Rtveladze: “Hold my beer.”
Kalle's legs of steel
The right man, perhaps, at the wrong time. Two European Cups, two Ballon d’Ors, a European Championship title and a World Cup final. Not a bad résumé for a 29-year-old player. Karl-Heinz Rummenigg...
BALLON D’OR REGRESSION | OPEN THREAD
Welcome to The Daily Merengue! THESE ARE YOUR MODS: Ezek XI, Valyrian Steel, KungFuZizou, NeRObutBlanco, Felipejack, and Juninho TALENT RECESSION INDICATOR A major talent recession indicator is when Ballon d’or nominees are practically begging and lobbying for the Ballon d’or in their public interviews. The interviews from Lamine and Mbappe are strategically released by the […]
Georgia's Kvaratskhelia 'proud' of Best comparison
Paris St-Germain's Khvicha Kvaratskhelia says he already feels like he has achieved "something special" to be nominated for the Ballon d'Or.
Another Real Madrid star reveals his Ballon d’Or vote
Another leading member of the first-team ranks at La Liga giants Real Madrid has this week backed teammate Kylian Mbappé to lift this year’s Ballon d’Or.Frontman Mbappé is for his part of course...
France Football turns its spotlight on Algeria's ‘Mazadona’
The Algerian wonderkid blends multi-cultural roots with midfield mastery, earning Ballon d’Or recognition and a legendary nickname as he anchors the future of Bayer Leverkusen’s ambitious project.
Sevilla boss bemoans Barcelona star’s Ballon d’Or snub
Sevilla head coach Luis García has this weekend admitted that he was left baffled by the omission of Barcelona star Raphinha from the shortlist for this year’s Ballon d’Or.This of course comes wi...
Ronaldo named in Portugal squad for Nations League
Cristiano Ronaldo was called up for the start of Portugal's Nations League campaign on Friday as Jorge Jesus named his first squad since taking over as coach.Jesus, 72, coached five-time Ballon d'Or winner Ronaldo at Al-Nassr before leaving in May after guiding the club to the Saudi Pro League title.
Bayern's Hoeness: Kane must win Ballon d'Or
Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeness believes Harry Kane should be the clear choice for this year's Ballon d'Or. "He would absolutely deserve it.
Kylian Mbappé ‘surprised’ by Ousmane Dembélé’s Ballon d’Or retort
Without naming Kylian Mbappé (27), Ousmane Dembélé (29) hit back at the France captain’s “chosen one” comments on Sunday night in an interview with Ligue 1 Plus. Mbappé, L’Équipe understa...
Gabriel Jesus: Lamine Yamal should win Ballon d’Or
More backing for the Barcelona teenager.
Lothar Matthäus confident Harry Kane should win Ballon d’Or
Matthäus feels the Ballon d’Or belongs to FC Bayern’s Harry Kane
Barcelona label double Ballon d’Or snub ‘a worldwide scandal’
Barcelona sporting director Deco has this week made public the collective disbelief at the club regarding the exclusion of Blaugrana pair Raphinha and Pedri from the Ballon d’Or shortlist.The subjec...
Lautato nominated for 2026 Ballon d'Or
A special day for the football world, with one of the most prestigious and eagerly anticipated events on the annual calendar drawing closer: the Ballon d'Or is back, one of the most important individu...
Barça coach Flick: Yamal deserves the Ballon d'Or
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick believes his star winger Lamine Yamal is the clear favourite to win the Ballon d'Or as the planet's best male footballer. The ceremony is on October 26 in London where the Spain World Cup winner will be up against the likes of Harry Kane, Lionel Messi, Rodri and Kylian Mbappé.
'Kroupi a bums off seats kind of player'
Former Bournemouth defender Joe Partington believes Eli Junior Kroupi has received "rightful recognition" after being nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or Men's Young Talent of the Year award. The 20-year-old, who is currently recovering from a broken foot, scored 13 goals in 35 appearances across all competitions last season. "It is just mad, isn't it?" Partington said on BBC Radio Solent's Cherries Unpicked podcast.
Cristiano Ronaldo snubbed on 2026 Ballon d'Or finalist list
Cristiano Ronaldo’s unfortunate streak of Ballon d’Or nominations seems to continue. The ghost of a failed Ballon d’Or finalist list has again come at this time of year to haunt Ronaldo for the fourth time in a row. A winner of five Ballon d’Or awards, he has been missing from the list for the last four years and has again failed to make it this […] The post Cristiano Ronaldo snubbed on 2026 Ballon d'Or finalist list appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Mbappé Puts Champions League Glory Ahead of Ballon d’Or
Kylian Mbappé used his post-match remarks after Real Madrid’s 2-1 Champions League win over Inter to name the trophy as his foremost ambition at the club, according to Marca. The France internation...
Marquinhos ‘hopes’ another PSG player wins the Ballon d’Or
Paris Saint-Germain captain Marquinhos (32) has said that he hopes that a PSG player wins this year’s edition of the Ballon d’Or. The Brazilian is one of nine Parisiens nominated for the award.The...
🥐 Champions, Ballon d'Or and Sudamericana, Wednesday's 5️⃣ stories
The start of the Champions League has delivered a mixed opening round for Spanish football, while the international spotlight turns to the Ballon d'Or nominations and South America buzzes with the qua...
Fernandes receives second Ballon d'Or nomination
Manchester United and Portugal attacking midfielder Bruno Fernandes has been named in the 30-player shortlist for the 2026 Ballon d'Or. The 32-year-old made 37 appearances across all competitions last season, scoring nine goals and contributing 22 assists, as Manchester United secured Champions League football for 2026-27.
How is the Ballon d'Or winner decided?
Voting for the Ballon d'Or has undergone some significant change over the years.
Favourite Kane makes Ballon d'Or shortlist
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane is one of three England players nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or alongside Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice.
Mexico's star Julián Quiñones earns 2026 Ballon d'Or nomination
Julián Quiñones, the forward for Mexico and Al-Qadsiah, makes the 2026 Ballon d’Or shortlist.
Haaland receives sixth Ballon d'Or nomination
Manchester City and Norway striker Erling Haaland has been named in the 30-player shortlist for the 2026 Ballon d'Or. The 26-year-old made 52 appearances across all competitions last season, scoring 38 goals and contributing nine assists, as Manchester City lifted the FA Cup and Carabao Cup. Haaland's new team-mate Ayyoub Bouaddi has also been nominated for the Men's Young Talent of the Year award.
Ballon d’Or nominee list revealed
The nominees for this year’s Ballon d’Or have been revealed. The winner of the award, organised by France Football, will be announced in Paris on 26th October. Ousmane Dembélé won the award last...
Russo and Greenwood nominated for Ballon d'Or
England stars Alessia Russo and Alex Greenwood are among 30 players nominated for the women's Ballon d'Or.
2026 Ballon d’Or nominees: Full list revealed
The nominees have been revealed for the 2026 Ballon d'Or ahead of the award's presentation next month.Football's most prestigious individual award will be presented at a landmark ceremony, in what app...
Bouaddi on Young Talent of the Year shortlist
Summer signing Ayyoub Bouaddi has been nominated for the Men’s Young Talent of the Year award at this year’s Ballon d’Or ceremony. Women's Team Jeglertz on Women’s Coach of the Year Ballon d��...
🚨 Best women's and men's coach: Ballon d'Or nominees
Who will succeed Sarina Wiegman and Luis Enrique? This year, too, the Ballon d'Or will once again award the honors for Best Men’s Coach and Best Women’s Coach. The nominees have just been announce...
Ballon d'Or 2026 nominees to be revealed
Stay tuned throughout the day as we bring you all the latest news and reaction as the 2026 Ballon d'Or nominees are revealed.2026-09-08T09:04:51ZWe're starting off with the nominees for Women's Club o...
What is the Ballon d'Or? Award history and why it matters so much to soccer players
Every October, the Ballon d'Or is a huge bone of contention for soccer fans around the globe, as the prestigious award prepares to add another superstar to its list of all-time great winners.
Manchester United star shortlisted for Ballon d’Or
1Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes is set to be on the shortlist for the Ballon d’Or.According to Sam Cohen, Fernandes will feature as part of the 30-man shortlist which will be revealed tom...
Jose Mourinho: “The Ballon d’Or has politics, and if politics gets involved, I don’t like it so much”
Mourinho spoke to the media before Malaga.
Pep Guardiola issues Rodri injury update after worrying Arsenal substitution
Rodri played 88 minutes in Man City’s 2-1 win over Arsenal at the Etihad StadiumSpain international has played regularly after foregoing injury woes earlier this yearBallon d’Or winner suffered a ...
Sky Sports apologises after Erling Haaland calls Bernardo Silva ‘F—ing Cannavaro’
Haaland referenced the Ballon d'Or-winning centre-back after a crucial defensive header from City captain Silva in the win over Arsenal.
Ballon d'Or Favorite? England, Bayern Munich Star Harry Kane Tabbed As Frontrunner
Harry Kane is currently playing at a level that few are able to match, cementing his status as the premier marksman in European football.
Watch the Nevada-San Jose State State softball series live here
The Nevada softball team hosts San Jose State State in a Mountain West series at Hixson Park from Friday-Sunday. All three games will air on Nevada Sports Net,
Hamilton County redirects $480,000 in tourism funding to sports agency
Hamilton County commissioners voted Wednesday to move thousands of dollars away from tourism, opting to invest the funds into sports.$480,000 will be taken away
Marseille v Liverpool preview: Key stats and player info
Liverpool can take a big step towards automatic qualification for the last 16 of the Champions League with victory. An instinctive finisher on either foot, Marseille boss Roberto de Zerbi, who used to manage Brighton in the Premier League, said he has "potential to win the Ballon d'Or".