Which player has the most Ballon d’Or nominations, Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi?

The list of nominees for the 2026 Ballon d'Or was released on Tuesday, with Messi on the shortlist again after his World Cup ...
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What is the Ballon d'Or? Award history and why it matters so much to soccer players

Every October, the Ballon d'Or is a huge bone of contention for soccer fans around the globe, as the prestigious award ...

Who will win Ballon d'Or? Six favorites for soccer's biggest award in 2026

The historic 2026 World Cup is in the books, with Spain lifting the trophy after a hard-fought extra-time win over Lionel Messi's Argentina in the final at MeLife Stadium on Sunday, July 19. Coming ...

Revealed: The Chelsea Stars Up For 2026 Ballon d’Or Awards

The 2026 Ballon d’Or award ceremony takes place in England’s capital and London’s finest have been recognised in the annual ...
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How Ballon d'Or voting works: Criteria, points system, who gets to vote, and more

The 2026 Ballon d'Or feels like one of the most open fields in recent years. Here's how the winner is decided.