The 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony is scheduled to occur in London, hosted by Thierry Henry. Real Madrid has pinpointed a 23-year-old player as a potential future winner. PSG faces another potential absence from the ceremony due to a rescheduled match against Lyon. Harry Kane's impressive display against Arsenal has strengthened his chances. Alan Shearer has highlighted two leading candidates for the prize. The race is still fiercely competitive.