‎Who will win the 2026 Ballon D'or? 🏆⚽

[KTChampions]

He's won 2 Pichichi already since his arrival in La Liga, just like he's been winning the Golden Boot at PSG, yet Dembélé got there after Mbappé left and already won the Ballon d'Or. Don't you think that alone is already enough to frustrate him into doing all sorts just to get his hands on the Ballon d'Or?

On the other hand, Mbappé alone can't bring the Champions League to Bernabéu. The fact that the reason why he left for Real Madrid, which is to win the Champions League (to help him get the Ballon d'Or) isn't working, is another frustration on its own.

Mbappé has reasons both for disappointment and to consider the Ballon d'Or his own. But regarding this news, I would first question its authenticity. I am 99.9% certain that this is just another fabrication by journalists. Haven't you noticed this pattern yet? No matter what happens, whether Real is playing well or poorly - journalists always fabricate stories (mostly negative ones, since negativity sells better). It happened with Ronaldo, Benzema, Vini etc. now Mbappé is the biggest star, so he’s the primary target.

[BitBakerr1]

Some people are saying right now that Olise deserves the ballon D’or, i think I agree with them because he’s a very good player and he has been doing very well. The only reason why people have been talking about him is because he’s not the social media kind of person that talks too much.
When it comes to performance, he’s very good at that and I think he was the the player with the highest number of assist in the World Cup and also in the league he played at he, he’s actually a good player that deserves it too, but they won’t give it to him I’m sure of that.

[Primark]

In my opinion, people tend to underestimate the impact of Kvicha Kvaratskhelia at Paris Saint Germain. Sure, they are a fantastic team, but Kvara is absolutely devastating, and if they have won two Champions Leagues, it’s only because he’s added an absolutely devastating element of unpredictability. So, yes, all the great players you mention from Yamal to Kane to Rodri but I think the Georgian deserves it in the long run.
Then there’s the fact that Yamal won the World Cup with Spain, but if we look closely, Rodri would have been more decisive than him just think of how he shut down Oliseh in the semi final, single handedly halting the French attack. Absolutely incredible.

I don't think Rodri deserves being mentioned than Kvaratskelia, Rodri only showed up one time and you think did more than enough? Playing well in just one tournament doesn't make him worthy. He played well but so did Kvaratskelia too in the champions league and domestic competitions. Enough of all this speculations I can't wait for that day it is announced. I hope who wins it is the most deserving this time.

The impact that Kvaratskhelia has made for PSG is remarkable and since he is an attacking player, his contribution is noticeable to us. I understand that you are probably basing your words on that. However, Rodri has not only played well in one tournament, but his impact is visible in almost every match. However, the main thing is that the Ballon d’Or is not given based on just one tournament. As you know, while giving the Ballon d’Or, the club performance in the 2025/26 season will also be taken into account, along with the World Cup. So when we talk about the player’s performance now, we have to look at the contribution of the national team as well as the entire season.

[danadc]

If you are talking based on only the FIFA World cup since it is the biggest tournament this time, then the player that scored the highest goal is Mbappe, he scored 10 goals in the World Cup and also scored 15 goals in the Champions League last season, that means he deserves the award as well because he scored more goals that almost all the contestants, the only reason why some people are not counting on him is because they didn’t go far in the champions league, and France couldn’t make it to the finals of the World Cup this time.
Anything can happen, we can’t decide for the voters, they knows who to vote based on their instinct, only the result will settle this debate of who to win this award.

My understanding is that the World Cup is what we should consider when awarding the player the prize, and even though Spain has had the cup and won it, that doesn't mean the cup should be given to a Spaniard for that reason. Because for me, the Ballon d'Or is for the most complete player who has performed well in all competitions, and if he stood out more in the World Cup, then logic points to Mbappe. But now, since everything is biased or random, they'll give the trophy to Lamine or Rodri, they might even give it to Messi.

[Alvin_talk]

Some people are saying right now that Olise deserves the ballon D’or, i think I agree with them because he’s a very good player and he has been doing very well. The only reason why people have been talking about him is because he’s not the social media kind of person that talks too much.
When it comes to performance, he’s very good at that and I think he was the the player with the highest number of assist in the World Cup and also in the league he played at he, he’s actually a good player that deserves it too, but they won’t give it to him I’m sure of that.

Yes, I think Olise should also be in the conversation since Yamal is also in the conversation. Come to think of it, both of them had an incredible season in the just concluded 2025/2026 club season. Going by stats, both are close; In 57 appearances accross all competitions, Olise had 25 goals and 28 assists in his name, whereas, in 45 appearances Yamal had 24 goals and 18 assists.

I think the only reason why Olise is not in the picture is because of Harry Kane. The publicity for Kane especially by the English media makes it look as if Olise was insignificant since they are team mates in Bayern. Again, in this generation people tend to worship goals instead of considering generation contribution the player had. One can argue that goal is the major aim of football but you need some ingredients (assist, play making) to make room for a goal opportunity and in my book, players with these abilities are as important as the goal scorers, so they should all given credits accordingly.

[ruykeri]

He's won 2 Pichichi already since his arrival in La Liga, just like he's been winning the Golden Boot at PSG, yet Dembélé got there after Mbappé left and already won the Ballon d'Or. Don't you think that alone is already enough to frustrate him into doing all sorts just to get his hands on the Ballon d'Or?

On the other hand, Mbappé alone can't bring the Champions League to Bernabéu. The fact that the reason why he left for Real Madrid, which is to win the Champions League (to help him get the Ballon d'Or) isn't working, is another frustration on its own.

Mbappé has reasons both for disappointment and to consider the Ballon d'Or his own. But regarding this news, I would first question its authenticity. I am 99.9% certain that this is just another fabrication by journalists. Haven't you noticed this pattern yet? No matter what happens, whether Real is playing well or poorly - journalists always fabricate stories (mostly negative ones, since negativity sells better). It happened with Ronaldo, Benzema, Vini etc. now Mbappé is the biggest star, so he’s the primary target.

I agree with you. Sports journalists in most cases present an event in such a way that people are forced to misunderstand. I won't say that they lie all time . But they frame the event in such a way that a different impression is created. In many cases what they express as their own opinion, they give such way that it seems that this happened in reality. Now players may have personal life , they may have emotions, they may be upset for different reasons or some changes in behavior can be observed. Now, creating sports-related issues with everything has actually become a profession for journalists. And they always want their news to be trending. There have been many cases where players themselves have come to social media or cleared those issues in conferences due to giving a false statement. So journalists should actually publish news honestly without any kind of manipulation.

[TastyChillySauce00]

Tf is wrong with Mbappe, what made him to even think he has the best chance to win the Ballon d'or this time. Even  Real Madrid knows that he can't win it , if not they would have made proper campaign for him. Instead of him to focus on how he is going to bring titles and UCL to Bernabeu. I trust papa Perez, he doesn't even care about your personal achievement, the only thing he cares is if you bring titles and money. Although he was gotten for free, but his signing bonus and salary are enormous, and that should worry him at times. As a player whose team hasn't won anything for 2 straight season, his concern should be how to work with his teammates properly in order to win titles, then I am very sure Madrid will campaign for him. Mbappe is just chasing personal award not team, one of the reason this Madrid team is not working properly.

Just a reminder that the Ballon d'or is 21 days away

That rumor was for rage bait purpose only, and glad he's taking it lightly by said he's even angry with his aunt because of that. I was feeling it sounds very absurd when he's asked Madrid to did such campaign, but it's actually a fake news.
I'm wondering who the heck is spreading this fake rumor, and i believe the guy who created this false rumor is spreading his hate to Mbappe.

Whether he's winning or not, he seems feel enjoy any moment of it.

[Sim_card]

My understanding is that the World Cup is what we should consider when awarding the player the prize, and even though Spain has had the cup and won it, that doesn't mean the cup should be given to a Spaniard for that reason. Because for me, the Ballon d'Or is for the most complete player who has performed well in all competitions, and if he stood out more in the World Cup, then logic points to Mbappe. But now, since everything is biased or random, they'll give the trophy to Lamine or Rodri, they might even give it to Messi.

FIFA cannot give Ballon D'or to Rodri or Messi because they don't deserve it and it will be clear that they don't know their job or it was a cheat. Amongst all contenders, Mbappe is the most qualified to me, because he did great in all competitions. Ballon D'or is a personal achievement which makes it impossible for Rodri or Messi to win it. It will be unfair if it's given to Yamal because Mbappe performance was better than his.

[Curious T]

Some people are saying right now that Olise deserves the ballon D’or, i think I agree with them because he’s a very good player and he has been doing very well. The only reason why people have been talking about him is because he’s not the social media kind of person that talks too much.
When it comes to performance, he’s very good at that and I think he was the the player with the highest number of assist in the World Cup and also in the league he played at he, he’s actually a good player that deserves it too, but they won’t give it to him I’m sure of that.

Harry Kane did not need any PR and social media to have such a chance. He was not even the best player in the league or club, yet he is among the favourites. So I don't believe that PR has anything to do with this. Players like Modric and Dembele have won the Balon d'or without any PR. Olise just doesn't deserve it. He was good, but his performance is not deserving of a balon dor. He was not the best player in the world last season. He had a good world cup, but he could not help his team to make it to the final and he did not shine in important games.

[sergiorus]

Amongst all contenders, Mbappe is the most qualified to me, because he did great in all competitions.

Forget about it, Polymarket is filled with insiders and it currently prices Mbappe's odds to win as almost nonexistent, so we already know he didn't win.

It's basically only Kane vs. Yamal right now.  Fortunately, Harry Kane's odds jumped to the 1st place again which is hinting insiders might be buying the shares.

I'd say Mbappe and Rodri deserve it a little bit more but for now I'm fully rooting for Kane because if they give it to Yamal it would be the most embarrassing award ever and I might just lose all hope in it.

[Creeper0]

My understanding is that the World Cup is what we should consider when awarding the player the prize, and even though Spain has had the cup and won it, that doesn't mean the cup should be given to a Spaniard for that reason. Because for me, the Ballon d'Or is for the most complete player who has performed well in all competitions, and if he stood out more in the World Cup, then logic points to Mbappe. But now, since everything is biased or random, they'll give the trophy to Lamine or Rodri, they might even give it to Messi.

FIFA cannot give Ballon D'or to Rodri or Messi because they don't deserve it and it will be clear that they don't know their job or it was a cheat. Amongst all contenders, Mbappe is the most qualified to me, because he did great in all competitions. Ballon D'or is a personal achievement which makes it impossible for Rodri or Messi to win it. It will be unfair if it's given to Yamal because Mbappe performance was better than his.

Is the Ballon d'Or based solely on individual performance? Maybe yes, but the player's impact on the team is also important. Mbappe's individual performance is great and he is an important player for Real Madrid and France, yet he is far behind in terms of achievements. If we consider individual performance, I think Harry Kane is ahead of Mbappe, he has both individual performance and team achievements.

Messi and Rodri have very little chance of winning this award, yet they may have a slight chance due to their World Cup performance. Lamine Yamal still has a good chance, his performance is relatively good and his impact on the team is also important, he even has a La Liga title and a World Cup, which Mbappe does not have. So it would be wrong to put Mbappe alone ahead of this list, the performance of the other contenders cannot be underestimated.

[Showlove01]

FIFA cannot give Ballon D'or to Rodri or Messi because they don't deserve it and it will be clear that they don't know their job or it was a cheat. Amongst all contenders, Mbappe is the most qualified to me, because he did great in all competitions. Ballon D'or is a personal achievement which makes it impossible for Rodri or Messi to win it. It will be unfair if it's given to Yamal because Mbappe performance was better than his.

I don't think this award is based on personal achievement alone because I am very sure FIFA can not give this award to a player that have so many assist ad goals without winning any major trophy that won't be possible. Mbappe may have a personal achievement more than Lamine Yamal and some others players but the question is, how many trophies does he have inside all this achievement? I am not concluding though but he can not win because of this reason and I still believe the favorite are Harry Kane and Lamine Yamal.

[Xackie]

My understanding is that the World Cup is what we should consider when awarding the player the prize, and even though Spain has had the cup and won it, that doesn't mean the cup should be given to a Spaniard for that reason. Because for me, the Ballon d'Or is for the most complete player who has performed well in all competitions, and if he stood out more in the World Cup, then logic points to Mbappe. But now, since everything is biased or random, they'll give the trophy to Lamine or Rodri, they might even give it to Messi.

FIFA cannot give Ballon D'or to Rodri or Messi because they don't deserve it and it will be clear that they don't know their job or it was a cheat. Amongst all contenders, Mbappe is the most qualified to me, because he did great in all competitions. Ballon D'or is a personal achievement which makes it impossible for Rodri or Messi to win it. It will be unfair if it's given to Yamal because Mbappe performance was better than his.

So according to you it will be a cheat if the ballon d'or is awarded to either Messi or Rodri, but it's mbappe then it's not. Firstly it's already clear to people that the ballon d'or is between Harry Kane and Lamine Yamal.  Secondly mbappe's achievement throughout last season was only goals (which gave him 3 tournament golden boots) , he didn’t win best player of the tournament in any competition he played in  throughout last season, he did not have any single medal, why do you feel he deserves it? The award that will given to him is the muller trophy. Now because you are Madrid fan, you can't say the truth. Rodri and leo Messi achieved more that mbapp last season.  If you want I could list their achievements and trophies/medals won?

[coinlary]

Mbappé has reasons both for disappointment and to consider the Ballon d'Or his own. But regarding this news, I would first question its authenticity. I am 99.9% certain that this is just another fabrication by journalists. Haven't you noticed this pattern yet? No matter what happens, whether Real is playing well or poorly - journalists always fabricate stories (mostly negative ones, since negativity sells better). It happened with Ronaldo, Benzema, Vini etc. now Mbappé is the biggest star, so he’s the primary target.

Thanks for clearing that, other users already comment on the thread that it's fake and I already confirm It myself.

I'm  not sure if he's really like the only  focused primary target. Once you're playing for a club like Realmadrid and Barcelona,  and you happened to be compared with other players playing in similar positions acrossall lesgues, you will definitely face such. It happened with pedri, Messi, Yamal, Raphinha, and all other star players at  Barcelona just like Realmadrid stars .
So, I trully understand your point regarding that aspect .

One player I keep wondering why he was left out on making the list remains Micheal Olise. He just showed today another reason why he ought to have being considered in this.

He's on the list. His PR profile is not just as  strong as that of Kane since they are from same club.

Bayern fans need to pick one and they already choose Kane.

[Plutomanian]

I believe everyone have their opinion when it comes to awarding Balon D'OR to their favorite players. For me, I've Kylian Mbappe, Lamine Yamal, Michael Olise and Harry Kane because these players have proven to be undisputed and consistent in the previous seasons, this is what we mean by, players that are enchanced with special abilities, they know how to handle themselves on and off the pitch, they're the best in the world in their perspective roles being given.

I would have chosen Kylian Mbappe because he won the golden boot in La Liga as the top goal scorer, in the UEFEA Champions League as the top goals scorer and also in the world cup as top goal scorer, this is everything for the Frenchman but he failed to lift a trophy and went trophyless. Then for Lamine Yamal who won trophies and also part of the squad that lifted the world cup this season, it's really stellar performance from Spain in the world cup but Lamine Yamal stats is questionable. We look at Harry Kane who had a crazy stats accompanied with good number of goals all round, and also his country ending 3rd position int the world cup. Finally Michael Olise who's very special, they do called him Mr Nonchalant. He doesn't care about the Balon D'OR and always dedicate his time to play good football on the pitch.

[Mr Reporter]

My understanding is that the World Cup is what we should consider when awarding the player the prize, and even though Spain has had the cup and won it, that doesn't mean the cup should be given to a Spaniard for that reason. Because for me, the Ballon d'Or is for the most complete player who has performed well in all competitions, and if he stood out more in the World Cup, then logic points to Mbappe. But now, since everything is biased or random, they'll give the trophy to Lamine or Rodri, they might even give it to Messi.

Why are you now mixing the Ballon d'Or together with the World Cup trophy, now I need you to understand that this is a vote on the season club performance and their contribution, commitment, consistency, and how many trophies was won with the club and country, just saying that it should be Mbappe just because he stood out in the World Cup ignores what players like Lamine or Rodri did over 60+ games what would you say about that?

Let me down it down to you because Spain is winning the World Cup doesn’t mean a Spaniard should now come out to be handed the award automatically…..

[Agbamoni]

Some people are saying right now that Olise deserves the ballon D’or, i think I agree with them because he’s a very good player and he has been doing very well. The only reason why people have been talking about him is because he’s not the social media kind of person that talks too much.
When it comes to performance, he’s very good at that and I think he was the the player with the highest number of assist in the World Cup and also in the league he played at he, he’s actually a good player that deserves it too, but they won’t give it to him I’m sure of that.

Judging by individual performance, Olise deserves to be in the conversation on who should win the Ballon d’Or. The choice is subjective. I want Harry Kane to win the Ballon d’Or, not Mbappe, not Olise, and obviously not Yamal. I don't see in any way Yamal deserves the Ballon d’Or. Yamal isn't the highest goal scorer in LaLiga, nor in the World Cup or in the Champions League. The two players in the race are Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappe. One of them will definitely win the Ballon d’Or.

[UpTober]

According to Fabrizio Romano the Ballon d'or voting has ended, now we wait till October to know the winner.  Then I came across an account on X, this guy has successfully predicted or confirmed the last 3 Ballon d'or Winner. Maybe he's an insider . Now he confirmed that Lamine Yamal is the winner of Ballon d'or.

We can say that Lamine Yamal is among the top contenders to win the Ballon d'Or this season, considering all the factors. Many of us have been predicting since the beginning that Yamal is everyone's favorite to win the Ballon d'Or this season. We can confirm this by looking at the performance and achievements of this young player, the recent speculations we have been hearing that Lamine Yamal is a deserving winner of the Ballon d'Or, but since it has not been announced, we will still have to wait and see.

Seeing him emerge as the balloon D'or winner at last will be seen as a sentimental decision by fifa body,  although he was lucky to find himself among the circle of winning teams but individually he do not have what it takes to deserve such prestigious award.  
Of a truth he is a good player with great potential of making it big but have not done what is needed to be given such award and needs to work hard so he can do better. On this i think it will be more better if awards are presented based of merit and not on sentimental basis.

As much as Vinicius Junior had a chance of winning the Ballon d'Or before, I think Lamine Yama has no chance of winning the Ballon d'Or this time. Although his team won the last World Cup, he did not show his true colors there. Yes, you are right, if he wants to win the Ballon d'Or, he will have to work harder, provide more assists and score more goals. However, his attacking performance against England will undoubtedly show him hope in the future and will play a good role in winning the Ballon d'Or. Lamine Yama has been performing well for Barcelona so far this season, so if he can play his best this season and contribute to the team's victory by scoring goals and assists, and if Barcelona can do well in the Champions League this season, then maybe we can see him win the Ballon d'Or next season.

[KTChampions]

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It's basically only Kane vs. Yamal right now.  Fortunately, Harry Kane's odds jumped to the 1st place again which is hinting insiders might be buying the shares.

I'd say Mbappe and Rodri deserve it a little bit more but for now I'm fully rooting for Kane because if they give it to Yamal it would be the most embarrassing award ever and I might just lose all hope in it.

Wow, wonderful news! After that brazen manipulation, when Yamal's chances soared, I bought more bets on the position of Kane's victory and stopped checking what was going on there so as not to get upset   So it turns out I bought at the bottom   And yes, I agree with you, I can name several players who deserve the award besides Kane (for example, Olise), but now I’m rooting for him (not only for cash bets haha) because I would like some minimal justice. If it ends up being Yamal, it’ll be yet another slap in the face to normal people who actually watch football as a sport rather than as some damn theater production.

[meser#]

If you are talking based on only the FIFA World cup since it is the biggest tournament this time, then the player that scored the highest goal is Mbappe, he scored 10 goals in the World Cup and also scored 15 goals in the Champions League last season, that means he deserves the award as well because he scored more goals that almost all the contestants, the only reason why some people are not counting on him is because they didn’t go far in the champions league, and France couldn’t make it to the finals of the World Cup this time.
Anything can happen, we can’t decide for the voters, they knows who to vote based on their instinct, only the result will settle this debate of who to win this award.

My understanding is that the World Cup is what we should consider when awarding the player the prize, and even though Spain has had the cup and won it, that doesn't mean the cup should be given to a Spaniard for that reason. Because for me, the Ballon d'Or is for the most complete player who has performed well in all competitions, and if he stood out more in the World Cup, then logic points to Mbappe. But now, since everything is biased or random, they'll give the trophy to Lamine or Rodri, they might even give it to Messi.

If we consider only the World Cup, Yamal cannot win this award. What kind of performance did Yamal put in at the World Cup to be deemed worthy of the Ballon d'Or?
If England had won the tournament, I would have said Kane would definitely win this award. That is because Kane performed exceptionally well in both the league and the Champions League last year.
Kane was more impactful for the national team than Yamal. Had Tuchel played Kane in the final match, he might even have become the top scorer.
Yamal is not the one who deserves this award; Kane should undoubtedly be the winner.