Ballon d'Or 2026: Guti names top 3 favourites to win award

Author: Don SilasPublished on: September 25, 2026Country: England

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Ballon d'Or 2026: Guti names top 3 favourites to win award

Former Real Madrid midfielder Guti has named England’s Harry Kane, France’s Kylian Mbappe, and Spain’s Rodri as his top three favourites for the 2026 Ballon d’Or. He specifically hopes Mbappe wins because he plays for Real Madrid. The award will be announced next month at the London Palladium, with 30 players, including Kane, Mbappe, and Rodri, already shortlisted.

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