London to host Ballon d'Or ceremony on 26 October
London will host the Ballon d'Or ceremony on Monday 26 October. According to PokerStars, Harry Kane is the favourite, with Lamine Yamal next.

London will host the Ballon d'Or ceremony on Monday 26 October. According to PokerStars, Harry Kane is the favourite, with Lamine Yamal next.

Fermín López spoke to RTVE before Barcelona's Clásico against Real Madrid, addressing the match, Madrid's threats, refereeing debate, his fitness and his Ballon d'Or choice.

Flashscore published an opinion piece saying Harry Kane should win the award, citing his scoring numbers for Bayern Munich and England.

GOAL reported that, according to Victor Navarro of Cadena COPE, Lamine Yamal is planning travel and a possible celebration around Monday's Ballon d'Or ceremony in London.

Reports said Barcelona midfielder Brian Fariñas is not considering a winter loan for now despite not playing under Hansi Flick.

Real Madrid were due at Camp Nou on Sunday for El Clásico, six points behind Barcelona, with the first meeting of 2026–27 carrying extra pressure.

Robert Lewandowski told The Athletic he supports Lamine Yamal for the 2026 Ballon d'Or and praised Harry Kane, Michael Olise and Bayern Munich.

Barcelona players went to the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper despite a day off from Hansi Flick before Sunday's Clásico against Real Madrid.
