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Ballon d’Or 2026: Why Lamine Yamal is the clear favourite over Mbappé and Kane
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Ballon d’Or 2026: Why Lamine Yamal is the clear favourite over Mbappé and Kane

Pascal Ferré, former head of the Ballon d’Or, has revealed why Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal is the standout candidate for this year’s award—despite Kylian Mbappé’s Real Madrid dominance and Harry Kane’s England legacy. The decision hinges on more than just individual brilliance.

8 Oct 2026
BarcelonaReal MadridSpanish La Liga
Kylian Mbappe’s latest performance in Real Madrid’s…
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Kylian Mbappe’s latest performance in Real Madrid’s…

Kylian Mbappe’s latest performance in Real Madrid’s 2-1 La Liga defeat to Atletico Madrid has reignited debate over his Ballon d’Or credentials, with pundits questioning whether his individual brilliance can outweigh a season of inconsistency. The French forward’s subdued output—just one shot on target in 90 minutes—contrasts sharply with his own claims of deserving the award, as he insists trophies should not dictate individual recognition.

23 Sept 2026
Atletico MadridFootballFrance
Mbappe shuts down Dembele rift rumors ahead of Ballon d’Or showdown
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Mbappe shuts down Dembele rift rumors ahead of Ballon d’Or showdown

Kylian Mbappé has denied that a rift exists between himself and France teammate Ousmane Dembélé as both players prepare to compete for the 2026 Ballon d’Or. The speculation followed comments M

21 Sept 2026
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‘It’s in part funny, but…’ – Kylian Mbappe Hits Back at Dictator Meme and Questions Fans’ Historical Awareness
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‘It’s in part funny, but…’ – Kylian Mbappe Hits Back at Dictator Meme and Questions Fans’ Historical Awareness

Real Madrid forward and France captain Kylian Mbappé has addressed the social-media images that depict him as a military dictator, saying he understands that some people view them as light-hearted jo

12 Sept 2026
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2026 Ballon d’Or Shortlist Unveiled: Mbappé, Kane, Yamal, and Dembélé Lead Battle for Football’s Ultimate Prize
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2026 Ballon d’Or Shortlist Unveiled: Mbappé, Kane, Yamal, and Dembélé Lead Battle for Football’s Ultimate Prize

The 2026 Ballon d’Or race is officially under way after France Football announced its 30-player men’s shortlist. The winner will be revealed at a ceremony in London on October 26, with defending c

11 Sept 2026
Alexia PutellasArsenalBarcelona
2026 Ballon d’Or Coach of the Year Nominees Announced as Spanish Managers Dominate Shortlist
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2026 Ballon d’Or Coach of the Year Nominees Announced as Spanish Managers Dominate Shortlist

France Football and the Ballon d’Or have officially revealed the five nominees for both the Men’s and Women’s Coach of the Year awards. Mikel Arteta, Vincent Kompany, Unai Emery, Luis Enrique, and Luis de la Fuente lead a star-studded men’s shortlist.

8 Sept 2026
ArsenalAston VillaBayern Munich
Ballon d’Or Nominees Unveiled: Ousmane Dembélé and Lamine Yamal Lead Shortlist
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Ballon d’Or Nominees Unveiled: Ousmane Dembélé and Lamine Yamal Lead Shortlist

France Football has officially unveiled the 30-player shortlist for the 2026 Ballon d’Or, underlining football’s decisive shift into a new era after more than a decade defined by Lionel Messi and

8 Sept 2026
BarcelonaBreaking NewsBundesliga
Inside the Ballon d’Or Voting System: How Football’s Highest Individual Honor Is Decided
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Inside the Ballon d’Or Voting System: How Football’s Highest Individual Honor Is Decided

An elite panel of 100 international journalists determines the winner of football’s ultimate individual accolade through a precise points system. Here is an in-depth breakdown of how the Ballon d’Or jury casts its votes and evaluates the world’s top talent.

24 Aug 2026
Football
France Football Clarifies Ballon d’Or Criteria Ahead of 2026 Ceremony
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France Football Clarifies Ballon d’Or Criteria Ahead of 2026 Ceremony

The Ballon d’Or 2026 ceremony is approaching, and France Football has taken the opportunity to reveal the official criteria for the award. The Ballon d’Or is considered the biggest individual honor in football, awarded to the best player of the year. France Football’s clarification provides insight into what constitutes a Ballon d’Or winner.

27 Jul 2026
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