Ballon d’Or 2026 Live: 70th Edition in London, Women’s Winner to Be Crowned

The 70th Ballon d’Or ceremony is underway in London, marking a return to England in honor of Stanley Matthews, the first winner of the award. The event, starting at 8pm GMT, will crown the world’s best footballers for the 2025-26 season. While the men’s award often sparks debate over criteria and opinion, the ceremony also features the women’s power rankings, with a new winner expected to be crowned. The night celebrates individual brilliance in a team sport, with fans and pundits eagerly awaiting the results. Stay tuned for live updates and reactions from the ceremony.