The 2026 Ballon d’Or gala convened at the London Palladium on Monday, October 26, gathering prominent figures from across the football world to honor the standout performers of the 2025/26 campaign.
Marking the 70th edition of the annual awards, the ceremony featured landmark victories as England skipper Harry Kane captured the men’s Ballon d’Or, while Spanish midfielder Alexia Putellas claimed the women’s prize.
A range of additional players, managers, and clubs earned recognition for their contributions over the season, with Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka receiving the Sócrates Award for his humanitarian initiatives.
Harry Kane Captures 2026 Men’s Ballon d’Or
Harry Kane was honored as the top male footballer globally following an incredible run for Bayern Munich and the English national team. The striker netted 61 goals across 51 matches in all competitions for Bayern, powering the Bavarian outfit to a domestic league and cup double.
Kane’s campaign also included a six-goal tally at the World Cup, where he led England to the semi-final stage. His achievements mark the first time an English footballer has secured the men’s Ballon d’Or since Michael Owen’s win in 2001.
Alexia Putellas Secures Third Women’s Ballon d’Or
Alexia Putellas took home the Women’s Ballon d’Or after another brilliant year representing both club and country.
The Spanish playmaker returned to the pinnacle of the women’s game, sealing the accolade for the third time in her career following her previous back-to-back wins.
Her performances with Barcelona and the national team cemented the honor, adding another premier individual title to her career honors.
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Lamine Yamal Takes Men’s Young Talent Honor
Barcelona attacker Lamine Yamal earned the Men’s Young Talent of the Year trophy, continuing his swift ascent among world football’s elite.
The Spanish international also placed third in the overall men’s Ballon d’Or voting behind Kane and fellow top contenders, illustrating his expanding role on the global stage.
Concurrently, Barcelona teammate Vicky López collected the Women’s Young Talent of the Year accolade.
Official 2026 Ballon d’Or Winners List
- Men’s Ballon d’Or: Harry Kane
- Women’s Ballon d’Or: Alexia Putellas
- Men’s Young Talent of the Year: Lamine Yamal
- Women’s Young Talent of the Year: Vicky López
- Men’s Goalkeeper of the Year: Unai Simón
- Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year: Cata Coll
- Men’s Coach of the Year: Luis de la Fuente
- Women’s Coach of the Year: Pere Romeu
- Men’s Striker of the Year: Harry Kane
- Women’s Striker of the Year: Charlyn Corral
- Men’s Club of the Year: Paris Saint-Germain
- Women’s Club of the Year: Barcelona
- Sócrates Award: Bukayo Saka
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