Sevilla midfielder Giorgi Kochorashvili has endorsed international teammate Khvicha Kvaratskhelia for the Ballon d’Or, describing him as the best player in the world ahead of the annual gala scheduled for Monday, Oct. 26, in Paris. Speaking to the media during an open-media session organized by Sevilla ahead of their fixture against Levante, the Georgian midfielder … Read more
Spanish midfielder Fabián Ruiz has addressed his inclusion in the conversation surrounding the 2024 Ballon d’Or, emphasizing that his focus remains on professional performance rather than campaigning for individual recognition. Speaking ahead of Spain’s match against Croatia at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium in Seville, the Paris Saint-Germain player noted that while he has enjoyed a … Read more
The voting period for the Ballon d’Or closes this Monday, concluding a highly publicized campaign to determine the best football player in the world. France Football’s panel of 100 specialized journalists will decide the winner from a 30-man shortlist, with Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé emerging as the primary figures in a race defined by … Read more
As the football world counts down to the Ballon d’Or gala, veterans of the game are stepping forward to champion their preferred candidates for the prestigious 2026 men’s trophy. Among them, veteran Spanish defender Jesús Navas has publicly thrown his support behind national teammate Fabián Ruiz, cutting through the heavy momentum surrounding other shortlisted stars. … Read more
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The 2026 Ballon d’Or race has narrowed to a tense final stretch as frontrunners Lamine Yamal and Harry Kane trade public campaigns for high-stakes performances on the pitch. With voting set to close on Monday, the global soccer conversation centers on whether individual statistical dominance or major tournament titles will tip the scales for the … Read more
The race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or is governed by a precise system of international sports journalism, strict performance criteria, and a structured point-allocation format overseen by France Football and the UEFA. According to international reports, the upcoming 70th edition of the ceremony will take place on Monday, October 26, in London, United Kingdom, where … Read more
Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has placed himself firmly in the global individual awards conversation, asserting that his performances warrant consideration for the Ballon d’Or. In an interview following his breakout club and international campaigns, the 17-year-old phenom stated that he views himself among the elite tier of world football alongside Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé. … Read more
Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal believes he has cemented his status among the global elite, stating in a recent interview that he considers himself one of the two best players in the world alongside Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé. The 17-year-old Spain international, who starred during La Roja’s triumphant run at Euro 2024, made the remarks … Read more
Kylian Mbappé has stepped up his public campaign for the prestigious Ballon d’Or, using a wide-ranging interview with France Football to address his aspirations and respond directly to ongoing critics. The Real Madrid forward, who transitioned to the Spanish capital ahead of the 2024–25 season, made it clear that individual accolades remain a driving force … Read more
The release of the 30-man shortlist for the 2026 Ballon d’Or has sparked immediate debate across European football following the notable omissions of Barcelona midfielder Pedri and winger Raphinha. Published ahead of the presentation ceremony scheduled for Monday, October 26, 2026, in London, the final selection features just three Blaugrana representatives alongside Ferran Torres, reflecting … Read more