Messi, Yamal Make Ballon d’Or List as Ronaldo Misses Out

Daily Trust | 08-09-2026 06:00pm |

Ten Paris Saint-Germain players have been named in the 30-player shortlist for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, setting a record for the most nominees from a single club. PSG's dominance follows their consecutive UEFA Champions League titles. Real Madrid and Bayern Munich have four nominees each, while Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal are also on the list, but Cristiano Ronaldo misses out.

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