Mbappé, Yamal, Kane, Olise Compete for 2026 Ballon d’Or

The 2026 men’s Ballon d’Or ceremony is set to take place in London at 8 p.m. on October 26. Leading contenders for the award include Kylian Mbappé, Lamine Yamal, Harry Kane, and Michael Olise.

The event will also honor the best players, goalkeepers, young talents, and coaches in both men’s and women’s football. Live coverage will start at 4 p.m.

London time, showcasing nominees’ arrivals and reactions from football figures. The winner of the men’s award will succeed Ousmane Dembélé, who won the previous edition and is also nominated this year.

Other nominees include Portugal midfielder Vitinha, Manchester City striker Erling Haaland, Brazil forward Vinícius Júnior, and Georgia international Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Organizers have indicated that this year’s contest is one of the closest in recent memory, with no confirmed leaks regarding the winners prior to the ceremony.