2026 Ballon d’Or: Numbers of nominees, categories confirmed ahead of awards

The organisers of the Ballon d’Or, France Football, has released more details ahead of the 2026 edition.

On Monday, it was confirmed that the shortlists for all 12 award categories will be unveiled on September 8.

The nominated players, coaches and clubs will be revealed on that date, ahead of the main ceremony in London on October 26.

Here are the 12 Ballon d’Or 2026 categories and the number of nominees in each shortlist:

1. Men’s Ballon d’Or – 30 players

2. Women’s Ballon d’Or – 30 players

3. Men’s Young Talent of the Year – 10 players

4. Women’s Young Talent of the Year – 5 players

5. Men’s Goalkeeper of the Year – 10 players

6. Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year – 5 players

7. Men’s Coach of the Year – 5 coaches

8. Women’s Coach of the Year – 5 coaches

9. Men’s Striker of the Year – 10 players

10. Women’s Striker of the Year – 5 players

11. Men’s Club of the Year – 5 clubs

12. Women’s Club of the Year – 5 clubs