BALLON D’OR 2026: FULL LIST OF WINNERS AS HARRY KANE AND ALEXIA PUTELLAS CLAIM TOP HONOURS

Harry Kane and Alexia Putellas have been crowned the best players in world football at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony in London.

The ceremony was held at the London Palladium on Monday, October 26, marking the 70th anniversary of the prestigious football awards.

Kane claimed the men’s Ballon d’Or after an outstanding season for Bayern Munich and England, becoming the first Englishman to win the award since Michael Owen in 2001.

Putellas secured her third Women’s Ballon d’Or, adding to the awards she won in 2021 and 2022.

Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal also enjoyed another memorable night, winning the Men’s Young Talent of the Year award for the third consecutive time, while clubmate Vicky López claimed the women’s equivalent.

England international Bukayo Saka was recognised for his charitable work, receiving the Sócrates Award for his contributions away from the pitch.

Paris Saint-Germain were named Men’s Club of the Year, while Barcelona claimed the women’s award.

FULL LIST OF BALLON D’OR 2026 WINNERS

Men’s Ballon d’Or: Harry Kane (England, Bayern Munich)

Women’s Ballon d’Or: Alexia Putellas (Spain, Barcelona)

Men’s Young Talent of the Year: Lamine Yamal (Spain, Barcelona)

Women’s Young Talent of the Year: Vicky López (Spain, Barcelona)

Men’s Goalkeeper of the Year: Unai Simón (Spain, Athletic Club)

Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year: Cata Coll (Spain, Barcelona)

Men’s Striker of the Year: Harry Kane (England, Bayern Munich)

Women’s Striker of the Year: Charlyn Corral (Mexico)

Men’s Coach of the Year: Luis de la Fuente (Spain national team)

Women’s Coach of the Year: Pere Romeu (Barcelona)

Men’s Club of the Year: Paris Saint-Germain (France)

Women’s Club of the Year: Barcelona (Spain)

Sócrates Award: Bukayo Saka (England, Arsenal)

A NIGHT TO REMEMBER FOR KANE

Kane’s victory represents a significant milestone in his career, with the England captain finally securing football’s most prestigious individual honour.

The Bayern Munich forward was rewarded for his prolific performances throughout the 2025-26 season, establishing himself as one of the leading contenders before ultimately claiming the top prize.

He also took home the Men’s Striker of the Year award, completing a memorable double in London.

PUTELLAS MAKES HISTORY

Putellas continued to cement her legacy among the greatest players in women’s football by winning her third Ballon d’Or.

The Barcelona star’s latest triumph further strengthens her place in the history of the award, following her back-to-back victories in 2021 and 2022.

Barcelona also enjoyed considerable success across the evening, with Yamal, López and Coll among the club’s individual award winners, alongside the Women’s Club of the Year honour.

YAMAL AND LÓPEZ LEAD THE NEXT GENERATION

Yamal continued his remarkable rise by winning the Men’s Young Talent of the Year award for a third straight year.

The Barcelona teenager once again received recognition for his performances, reinforcing his status as one of the brightest young talents in world football.

López also took home the Women’s Young Talent of the Year award, making it another successful evening for Barcelona’s emerging stars.

SAKA RECOGNISED FOR HIS WORK OFF THE PITCH

Saka received the Sócrates Award in recognition of his humanitarian efforts and charitable work supporting children in need.

The award recognises footballers who make a meaningful contribution to society beyond their performances on the pitch.

CLUBS AND COACHES ALSO HONOURED

Paris Saint-Germain were named Men’s Club of the Year, while Barcelona secured the women’s honour.

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente received the Men’s Coach of the Year award, with Barcelona boss Pere Romeu taking home the Women’s Coach of the Year prize.

Goalkeeping honours went to Spain international Unai Simón in the men’s category and Barcelona’s Cata Coll in the women’s category.

The 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony celebrated the outstanding achievements of players, coaches and clubs across the game, with Kane and Putellas taking home the evening’s two biggest individual honours.

The full results underline another memorable year for world football, with established superstars and emerging talents recognised on the sport’s biggest individual awards stage.