Harry Kane, who has had a prolific season for Bayern Munich and England, is joined by Barcelona star Lamine Yamal and Real Madrid forward Mbappé on the shortlist. Lionel Messi has been nominated for the first time since 2023, when he scooped the award for the eighth time after his move to Inter Miami. Paris Saint-Germain have the most nominees on the list, with 10 players, eclipsing the seven nominees from LaLiga and four from the Premier League. The winner will be crowned at the Ballon d'Or ceremony in London on October 26.
Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappé among 30-man Ballon d'Or shortlist
The 30-man shortlist for the 2026 Ballon d'Or has been announced, with Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappé among the leading names. The nominees were revealed on Tuesday by ESPN.
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