Football fans around the world turn their attention to London tonight for the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony, where the world’s best player will be crowned. For the first time in the award’s history, the ceremony is being held outside France. Follow all the awards and winners with InfoSports’ minute-by-minute live coverage, including the ceremony start time and official broadcasters.
2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony start time
- Date: Monday 26 October 2026
- Morocco: 20:00
- Algeria and Tunisia: 21:00
- Saudi Arabia and Qatar: 23:00
- UAE: 00:00 (after midnight)
The ceremony takes place at the London Palladium and will be hosted by French football legend Thierry Henry alongside presenter Kate Scott. Red carpet coverage and arrivals will precede the event.
Broadcasters for the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony and free streaming
- Official free stream: The ceremony will be streamed for free on DAZN and the official Ballon d’Or website.
- In the Arab world: The ceremony will be shown on beIN SPORTS.
We recommend watching the ceremony only via official channels and platforms, as unauthorised streaming sites are illegal and put your device at risk.
Why London?
The award celebrates its 70th edition by returning to its English roots: the first Ballon d’Or winner in 1956 was Englishman Stanley Matthews, and that is why the organisers chose London for the first ceremony held outside Paris.
Top contenders for the 2026 Ballon d’Or
The final list includes 30 players, with the frontrunners being:
- Harry Kane (Bayern Munich – England)
- Lamine Yamal (Barcelona – Spain), who could become the youngest winner in the award’s history
- Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid – France), who scored twice in yesterday’s Clásico
- Michael Olise (Bayern Munich – France)
Arab presence at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony
- Achraf Hakimi (Paris Saint-Germain – Morocco) is on the 30-man Ballon d’Or shortlist.
- Yassine Bounou (Al Hilal – Morocco) is nominated for the Yashin Trophy for best goalkeeper.
Awards at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony
- Men’s Ballon d’Or
- Women’s Ballon d’Or
- Kopa Trophy for best young player
- Yashin Trophy for best goalkeeper
- Gerd Müller Trophy for top scorer
- Johan Cruyff Trophy for best coach (men’s and women’s)
- Club of the Year (men’s and women’s)
- Socrates Award for humanitarian work
🔴 Live: 2026 Ballon d’Or winners
This section is updated minute-by-minute as each award is announced.
- Awards announced so far: Kopa Trophy (Best Young Talent – Men): Lamine Yamal (Barcelona / Spain) — for the third consecutive time.
- Kopa Trophy (Best Young Talent – Women): Vicky López (Barcelona / Spain).
- Yashin Trophy (Best Goalkeeper – Men): Unai Simón (Athletic Bilbao / Spain).
- Yashin Trophy (Best Goalkeeper – Women): Cata Coll (Barcelona / Spain).
- Johan Cruyff Trophy (Best Coach – Men): Luis de la Fuente (Spain National Team).
- Johan Cruyff Trophy (Best Coach – Women): Pere Romeu (Barcelona).
- Gerd Müller Trophy (Top Scorer – Men): Harry Kane (Bayern Munich / England) — 73 goals scored.
- Gerd Müller Trophy (Top Scorer – Women): Charlyn Corral (Pachuca / Mexico).
- Sócrates Award (for humanitarian work): Bukayo Saka (Arsenal / England).
- Best Club – Men: Paris Saint-Germain.
- Best Club – Women: Barcelona.
- Alexia Putellas wins the Women’s Ballon d’Or (for the third time).
- Men’s Ballon d’Or: Harry Kane.
Frequently asked questions about the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony
When is the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony?
Monday 26 October 2026 at 20:00 Morocco time (23:00 Mecca time).
Where is the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony being held?
At the London Palladium in London, the first time the ceremony has been held outside France.
Where can I watch the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony for free?
For free on DAZN and the official Ballon d’Or website, and on beIN SPORTS in the Arab world.
Is Achraf Hakimi nominated for the 2026 Ballon d’Or?
Yes, Achraf Hakimi is on the 30-man shortlist, while Yassine Bounou is competing for the Yashin Trophy for best goalkeeper.
Who is most likely to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or?
The frontrunners suggest a strong contest between Harry Kane and Lamine Yamal, with Kylian Mbappé and Michael Olise also in the running.
