Ballon d’Or 2026: Who’s in the Race to Be World’s Best Player?
The race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or is wide open as the 2025/26 European season wraps up. With the major leagues concluding and a World Cup on the horizon, no single standout shines above the rest. Harry Kane leads the pack after registering 70 goal contributions across all competitions for Bayern Munich and winning the Bundesliga. A strong World Cup run with England could seal his claim. Ousmane Dembélé defends his title after guiding PSG to their first Champions League trophy and earning league Player of the Year honours despite limited starts. He could edge rivals again if he outperforms teammates at the World Cup. Declan Rice emerges as a contender if Arsenal secures both the Premier League and Champions League. His consistency in midfield has been pivotal for the Gunners’ bid to end their 22-year major trophy drought. Dark horses to watch include Michael Olise, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal.
Use The App To Win ₦1m
Stories are shared by community members. This article does not represent the official view of NaijaWorld — the author is solely responsible for its content.