Harry Kane and Alexia Putellas won the men’s and women’s Ballon d’Or awards, respectively, as the 2026 ceremony concluded at the London Palladium in England on Monday.
The 70th edition recognised outstanding performances in men’s and women’s football, with honours also presented to the best young players, goalkeepers, coaches, and clubs, among others.
Paris Saint-Germain won the Men’s Club of the Year award, while Barcelona claimed the women’s honour.
Bukayo Saka received the Socrates Award, while Harry Kane also won the Men’s Striker of the Year award.
Other winners included Charlyn Corral, who claimed the Women’s Striker of the Year award, and Unai Simon, who won the Men’s Goalkeeper of the Year award.
Cata Coll was named Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year, while Spain coach Luis de la Fuente and Barcelona women’s coach Pere Romeu won the men’s and women’s Coach of the Year awards, respectively.
Lamine Yamal won the Men’s Young Talent of the Year award, while Vicky López claimed the women’s category.