Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappé, and Lionel Messi have been named on the 30-man shortlist for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, with Vozinha receiving a Yashin Trophy nomination.
The list notably excludes Cristiano Ronaldo, despite his recent title-winning performance with Al-Nassr, marking a significant shift in the award's selection criteria.
Real Madrid has reportedly changed its stance toward the ceremony, ending a year-long boycott as the football world prepares for the gala event.