Ballon d'Or 2026: Final 10 revealed as London ceremony approaches

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The 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony takes place in London on Monday, with the winner to be revealed after the top ten finalists are announced during the event at 9 p.m. Mecca time. The thirty nominees have been revealed in descending order, with France Football magazine confirming rankings from thirtieth to eleventh place. Frontrunners include Kylian Mbappé, Lamine Yamal, and Harry Kane among the ten remaining contenders. For the fifth time, the award covers the season from August 3, 2025, to July 19, 2026, rather than a calendar year. The final ten include Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland, and Rodri.


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