Ballon d’Or 2026: London Hosts 70th Edition of Football Awards

Football fans around the world are turning their attention to London on Monday as the British capital hosts the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony.

The event is taking place at the London Palladium, the famous theatre providing the setting for the presentation of the football honours.

This year marks the 70th edition of the Ballon d’Or, adding a milestone to a ceremony focused on recognising the world’s best in the sport.

The winners are set to be the focus of the evening, though the available event summary does not include nominees, award categories or details of the ceremony’s schedule.