Who will succeed Ousmane Dembélé as the next men’s Ballon d’Or winner? Will it be Kylian Mbappé, Lamine Yamal, Harry Kane, Michael Olise, Vitinha, Erling Haaland, Vinícius Júnior, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Ousmane Dembélé himself or another contender?

This year’s race is among the tightest in recent memory. With so many outstanding players in contention, the suspense is greater than ever. And as the ceremony approaches, one thing makes this edition particularly intriguing: no confirmed leak has revealed the winners. The identity of the next Ballon d’Or laureates remains a mystery.

The men’s and women’s Ballon d’Or trophies will be at the heart of the evening, alongside a series of prestigious awards celebrating the best players, goalkeepers, young talents and coaches in the game.

On Ballondor.com, the official website of the Ballon d’Or, you can follow the ceremony from the inside. Our editorial team is on the ground in London to bring you the latest verified news, the atmosphere behind the scenes, reactions from the key figures and the stories that make this night unique.

Beyond the trophies, we will bring you the numbers, records, remarkable performances and details that put the season into perspective. From the arrival of the stars to the defining moments on stage, our live coverage will keep you connected to the event as it unfolds.

Coverage begins at 4 pm London time. Stay with us for all the latest developments, the official announcements and the crowning moments of the 2026 Ballon d’Or.

The world is watching. All the nominees 2026 are here. The winners have yet to be revealed. Follow every moment on Ballondor.com.