Football NewsSky SportsUnverified source· 8 Sept 2026
Kane leads Ballon d'Or nominees, Ronaldo snubbed
Harry Kane is the bookies' favourite after a 73-goal season, but Cristiano Ronaldo misses out entirely.
H. Kane
player
Edition
70th, in London on Oct 26
Men's nominees
30-man list includes Kane, Bellingham, Rice
Kane's goals
73 last season
Ronaldo
Not nominated despite winning Saudi Pro League
What happened. The 2026 Ballon d'Or nominees were announced, with Harry Kane among the 30 men's contenders and no place for Cristiano Ronaldo.
- Kane could be first English winner since Michael Owen in 2001.
- Lamine Yamal, Messi, and Mbappe are likely challengers.
- Women's list includes England's Alessia Russo and Alex Greenwood.
The ceremony moves to London for the first time, with Kane aiming to end England's 25-year wait.
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