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Ballon d’Or 2026: Top 5 favourites to win award ahead of UCL final
Paris Saint-Germain winger Ousmane Dembele has emerged as the leading favourite to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or following his outstanding performances this season.
The French star has been instrumental in PSG’s impressive run to the UEFA Champions League final, where they are set to face Arsenal.
Dembele was in sensational form during PSG’s semi-final clash against Bayern Munich, scoring three goals as the French champions secured a thrilling 6-5 aggregate victory.
The 28-year-old is also on course to help PSG retain the Ligue 1 title, further strengthening his chances of winning the prestigious award for a second consecutive year.
Based on recent performances and current betting market rankings, Dembele leads a competitive list featuring both established superstars and emerging talents across Europe.
His PSG teammate, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, has also emerged as one of the strongest contenders after an impressive campaign.
Meanwhile, Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has seen his chances reduce following his club’s Champions League exit, while Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé remains firmly in contention.
Top 5 Ballon d’Or contenders ahead of the Champions League final:
- Ousmane Dembele (PSG)
- Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (PSG)
- Harry Kane (Bayern Munich)
- Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
- Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid)
