Barcelona winger Lamin Yamal has increased to 30 players nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or. For the 19-year-old Spaniard, this nomination became the third in his career.
In this manner, Yamal has established a unique reach. He became the first footballer in the history of the award to represent three times among the Ballon d'Or candidates before his 20th birthday.
First, Yamal dropped to the number of nominees in 2024, after which it was included again in the list of applicants in 2025. Now the football player is now laying claim to the most prestigious individual position in world football.
The winning nomination will be announced at the 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony, and the nominees will also be announced. The ceremony will take place in London, June 26th.