Ballon d’Or 2026 voting is now closed, ending the ballot process ahead of this year’s prestigious individual football awards ceremony. Journalists from eligible countries submitted their selections before the September 28 deadline, concluding the voting period for the major honours.
The international jury considered performances during the defined eligibility period when choosing players for the men’s and women’s awards this year. Attention now shifts toward the official ceremony, where football’s biggest individual honours will be presented to this year’s selected winners.
The 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony will take place on October 26 at the central London Palladium Theatre in London, England. This year’s event carries additional significance because the Ballon d’Or celebrates its 70th anniversary since France Football created the award.
UEFA and France Football have co-organised the prestigious international awards since 2024, continuing their collaboration for the 2026 edition. Meanwhile, nominees across several categories will await the ceremony after voting officially closed following weeks of intense football discussions beforehand.
The shortlist includes separate men’s and women’s Ballon d’Or categories, alongside awards recognizing young talents, goalkeepers, coaches, strikers, and clubs. Fans will now have to wait until October 26 before the winners are officially revealed during the London ceremony there.
The Ballon d’Or 2026 voting process has therefore reached its conclusion, leaving the final results dependent on the submitted ballots. Football supporters worldwide will continue debating the contenders while awaiting the official announcements from the organisers during the ceremony finally.
With voting completed, the spotlight now turns toward London, where the 70th Ballon d’Or celebration will crown this year’s winners.
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