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Thierry Henry and Kate Scott set to host the upcoming Ballon d’or ceremony

The 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony is right around the corner, and the organizers have revealed who will be hosting the gala. Former Arsenal and Barcelona legend Thierry Henry and British sports broadcaster Kate Scott have been named as the co-hosts…

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 8:30 AM
Thierry Henry and Kate Scott set to host the upcoming Ballon d’or ceremony
Key Things to Know
  • Thierry Henry and Kate Scott have been named co-hosts of the 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony.
  • The gala will take place at the London Palladium Theatre on Monday, October 26.
  • The award is presented by France Football in collaboration with UEFA.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Arsenal and Barcelona star Thierry Henry and broadcaster Kate Scott will co-host the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony on Monday, October 26. The prestigious event, presented by France Football in partnership with UEFA, is scheduled to take place at the London Palladium Theatre. The duo is widely recognized for anchoring CBS Sports' UEFA Champions League studio coverage.

Scott has previously hosted the ceremony in 2014, 2015, and 2025. The event will crown the world's best footballer, with Bayern Munich's Harry Kane, Barcelona's Lamine Yamal, and Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappé among the top contenders.

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