Voting for 2026 Ballon d'Or Ends September 28

The voting for the 2026 Ballon d'Or is set to close on September 28, 2026, as the prestigious individual football award approaches its decisive stage. The winner will be revealed on October 26, 2026, during a ceremony at the London Palladium Theatre, marking the first time the event is held at this venue.

This edition is particularly notable as it celebrates the 70th anniversary of the award, which was established by France Football in 1956. The voting process involves an international jury selecting from a shortlist of 30 nominees for the men's award, including defending champion Ousmane Dembélé, Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, and Harry Kane.

The award is organized by France Football in collaboration with UEFA, which has co-organized the event since 2024. The nominees have been recognized for their performances during the relevant football season, with the 2026 World Cup adding further interest to the individual honors race.