Kane, Mbappé, Yamal Lead Ballon d'Or 2026 Nominees

France Football has revealed the 30-man Ballon d'Or 2026 shortlist, featuring Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappé, and Lamine Yamal among the top contenders. Last year's winner Ousmane Dembélé is also nominated and expects the award to remain at Paris Saint-Germain, where nine players were included on the list.

The 30 women's nominees were also revealed, with Alexia Putellas, Ewa Pajor, and Melchie Dumornay among the favorites. Three-time women's winner Aitana Bonmatí did not make the cut after missing most of the season through injury. The winners will be announced at a ceremony in London on October 26. chickenroad-game.rodeo