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Yamal Leads Ballon d'Or Race Post-World Cup
20 Jul
Summary
- Lamine Yamal is the top contender for the 2026 Ballon d'Or.
- He surpasses Lionel Messi, who is ranked second in the current standings.
- Spain's World Cup victory significantly boosted Yamal's ranking.
Following Spain's recent World Cup victory, Lamine Yamal has been propelled to the forefront of the 2026 Ballon d'Or contenders. The talented Barcelona winger's exceptional performances during the tournament have established him as the current frontrunner for this esteemed individual accolade.
Yamal's leading position places him ahead of football icon Lionel Messi, who is now ranked second in the latest standings. England's prolific striker Harry Kane occupies the third spot. Further down the list, former award winner Ousmane Dembélé is fourth, with his French compatriot Kylian Mbappé fifth. Michael Olise, Jude Bellingham, Declan Rice, Erling Haaland, and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia complete the top ten.
