Harry Kane Favored to Win 2026 Ballon d'Or in London

The 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony is scheduled for October 26 in London, marking the event's first occurrence outside France and its 70th edition. A supercomputer has identified Harry Kane as the leading contender for the award, with a 74.3% probability of winning.

Lamine Yamal follows with a 19.8% chance, while Kylian Mbappe has a 4% chance. Kane, an England international playing for Bayern Munich, had an exceptional 2025/26 season, scoring 73 goals in 65 matches, including 56 goals and eight assists in the Bundesliga, Champions League, and World Cup.

Yamal, a 19-year-old forward for Barcelona, improved his performance to 22 goals and 15 assists in 38 appearances despite injury setbacks. Mbappe, representing Real Madrid, scored 40 goals in 42 matches and 10 goals at the World Cup but may be hindered by his team's lack of major trophies.

The shortlist includes nominees from Paris Saint-Germain and other clubs.