BALLON D'OR™ 2026 - LONDON - 26.10.2026
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winners since 2018
2025
Aitana Bonmatí
2024
2023
2022
Alexia Putellas
2021
2019
Megan Rapinoe
2018
Ada Hegerberg
In modern times sports psychology has been embraced by every sport, though to varying extents. Women’s football, however, has long regarded the science a fundamental building block to success, assisting greatly in the game’s revolution.
Serious injuries do not discriminate, cruelly depriving great players of game-time as well as good. Read on to discover how the current Ballon d’Or recipient Rodri returned to Manchester City’s midfield after enduring a devastating ACL.
Ousmane Dembélé’s path to ultimate glory reached a turning point. Find out how Lionel Messi’s leadership, high standards and support shaped the character of the most recent Ballon d’Or winner.
winners since 1956
Dembélé
Rodri
Messi
Benzema
Modric
2017
Ronaldo
2016
2015
From the importance of family, to his life choices, desires, and superstar status, Kylian Mbappé shares his truths with "L'Équipe Magazine".
The 1977 Ballon d'Or recipient, former Borussia Mönchengladbach and FC Barcelona forward Allan Simonsen, has chosen a peaceful existence in Vejle. Here, in western Denmark, his popularity remains as high as ever, despite the passing years.
Crowned the 1986 Ballon d'Or winner while representing the USSR, Igor Belanov now shares his life's greatest trophy with the people of Ukraine. The former striker travels the country, boosting the morale of soldiers and children alike.
Winner in 1991, much to his own surprise, following a stellar season with Olympique de Marseille, Jean-Pierre Papin recounts those unforgettable moments that propelled him into another dimension.
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