Ballon d'Or 2026 first votes reveal surprising picks for Yamal

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The first votes for the 2026 Ballon d'Or have been revealed, showing surprising choices after Harry Kane's victory, with Lamine Yamal notably excluded from some top 10 lists. The Belarusian journalist omitted Yamal entirely, ranking Lionel Messi first ahead of Rodri and Kane, while the Croatian representative also excluded him, placing Rodri top. In contrast, Colombian and Vietnamese voters ranked Yamal fifth and fourth respectively. Voting criteria include individual performance, team achievements, and fair play, with each journalist ranking ten players. The Montenegrin vote placed Yamal fourth behind Kane, Kvaratskhelia, and Messi, highlighting stark disagreements over the Spanish star's season.


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