The 2026 Ballon d'Or feels like one of the most open fields in recent years. Here's how the winner is decided.

The Ballon d'Or, the most prestigious individual prize in football, is awarded annually by France Football magazine to the ...

In 2023, Lionel Messi beat the very strong claims of Erling Haaland into second place to win a record-extending Ballon d'Or. Manchester City finally had a Ballon d'Or winner after Spain midfield totem ...

The countdown to the Ballon d'Or ceremony has begun. The highly anticipated gala organized by France Football will take place on October 26 in London, exceptionally moving away from Paris to pay tribu ...

Until 2021, the Ballon d’Or rewarded performance over a calendar year. Since 2022, it recognizes the best footballer of the season, which for this edition covers July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024.

Lionel Messi has made Ballon d’Or history by becoming the first player to span 20 years between his first and latest nominations. His 2026 inclusion takes his total to 17, one behind Cristiano Ronaldo ...