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Mbappe, Kane, Dembele, and Messi Vie for 2026 Ballon d'Or
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First reported by N12 · 36 minutes ago
What happened
Kylian Mbappe leads the 2026 Ballon d'Or race with a 33% chance, followed by Harry Kane and Ousmane Dembele, while Lionel Messi and Laimin Yamal also remain contenders. The outcome may change depending on performances at the 2026 World Cup.
- 01Kylian Mbappe leads Ballon d'Or 2026 race with 33% chance.
- 02Harry Kane follows closely with a 27% chance to win.
- 03Current holder Ousmane Dembele has a 17% chance for consecutive win.
- 04Lionel Messi, at 38, holds a 13% chance due to his legacy.
- 05Young talent Laimin Yamal has a 6% chance despite modest World Cup showing.
- 06World Cup 2026 performances could significantly impact final results.
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