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Live: 30 nominees for the 2026 Ballon d'Or are being announced
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Live: 30 nominees for the 2026 Ballon d'Or are being announced

Record8 September 2026 at 15:16

France Football is revealing this Tuesday morning the list of the 30 nominees for the 2026 Ballon d'Or. The French publication, organizer of the prestigious individual football award, is proceeding with the live announcement of the candidates.

The Ballon d'Or is considered the greatest individual distinction in world football, awarding annually the best player in the world. The award ceremony typically takes place at the end of each year.

Among the nominees are the main stars of current world football, although the complete list is still being announced. The event is being broadcast live, allowing football fans to follow the reveal of the candidates.

This year, the competition for the award promises to be fierce, with several top players vying for the title of best player in the world. The French publication has not revealed specific criteria for the selection of nominees at this initial stage of the announcement.

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