Ballon d’Or 2026: All 30 nominees, profiles, career records

The 2026 Ballon d’Or award has attracted 30 nominees whose performances, achievements and career records have placed them among the leading figures in world football.
With stars from top European clubs featuring on the shortlist, this report examines all 30 nominees, their profiles, career statistics, major honours and achievements as they compete for football’s most prestigious individual award.
Players from Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich feature prominently on the list of nominees, alongside top stars from Real Madrid, Barcelona, Arsenal, Manchester City and other leading clubs.
Below is the full list of 30 nominees, their nationalities, clubs and statistics as published b...