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FULL LIST: Kane, Yamal, Mbappe, Messi, Others Battle For 2026 Ballon d’Or Top Prize
France Football has begun unveiling category nominees as Harry Kane leads the men’s race and the awards will cover performances through the 2026 World Cup.
- On Tuesday, September 8, 2026, France Football began revealing nominees for the 70th Ballon d'Or ceremony, scheduled for London on October 26, 2026.
- Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane is considered the frontrunner for the men's award, leading ahead of England teammates Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe.
- Reflecting successful campaigns, Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain, Flamengo, and Bodo/Glimt earned Men's Club of the Year nominations alongside Bayern Munich.
- Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, Bayern Munich's Vincent Kompany, and Paris Saint-Germain's Luis Enrique received Men's Coach of the Year nominations.
- Performance evaluations incorporate the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Spain's Rodri and Yamal emerging as top contenders challenging Kane for the honor.
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