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Ballon d’Or: two big contenders will be present in London

According to information from RMC SportKylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé are expected Monday evening at the London Palladium, in London…

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 12:29 PM
Ballon d’Or: two big contenders will be present in London
Key Things to Know
  • Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé are reportedly expected to attend the Ballon d'Or ceremony in London.
  • The 70th Ballon d'Or ceremony will be hosted at the London Palladium.
  • Ousmane Dembélé won the previous edition in 2025 with Paris Saint-Germain.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé are expected to attend the 70th Ballon d'Or ceremony at the London Palladium on Monday evening, according to RMC Sport. Both French forwards plan to make the trip despite Dembélé's recent injury and Mbappé participating in Sunday's El Clasico. The ceremony marks the first time the prestigious event will take place in London.

Both players feature among the 30 nominees for the 2026 Ballon d'Or award. Dembélé enters as the defending title holder following his 2025 win with Paris Saint-Germain, while Mbappé, Harry Kane, and Lamine Yamal are also viewed as major contenders for the 70th anniversary trophy.

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