When are Ballon d'Or nominees announced? All you need to know about 2026 shortlist reveal originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The winner of the 70th edition of the Ballon d'Or will be selected this October, as the best player from the 2025/26 season will be identified and bestowed with the most prestigious individual award the sport of soccer has to offer.
Last year's winner, Rodri, could be in the running for another award, after he helped lead Spain to a World Cup **** le this past summer.
This year's edition is special, held at a different location from usual to celebrate the anniversary milestone.
The Sporting News brings you a look at when the shortlist of nominees will be released, as the best players in the world will learn if they are up for the famous trophy this time around.
#edition #award
The winner of the 70th edition of the Ballon d'Or will be selected this October, as the best player from the 2025/26 season will be identified and bestowed with the most prestigious individual award the sport of soccer has to offer.
Last year's winner, Rodri, could be in the running for another award, after he helped lead Spain to a World Cup **** le this past summer.
This year's edition is special, held at a different location from usual to celebrate the anniversary milestone.
The Sporting News brings you a look at when the shortlist of nominees will be released, as the best players in the world will learn if they are up for the famous trophy this time around.
#edition #award
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