The 2026 Ballon d'Or shortlist is set to be unveiled, with the race for football's most prestigious individual award heating up. The 2025-26 season, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has produced a highly competitive field. The top five favourites include Lionel Messi, whose World Cup performance keeps him in contention despite his MLS form.
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