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Marc Cucurella finishes 18th in the 2026 Ballon d’Or, ahead of big name players from Premier League

Chelsea fans will take pride in seeing former Blue, Marc Cucurella, feature higher than Arsenal and Man United players in the Ballon d'Or rankings.

By James Fudge · The Pride Of London

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 8:00 PM

Key Things to Know

Marc Cucurella secured 18th place in the 2026 men's Ballon d'Or rankings.
The Spanish full-back completed a transfer from Chelsea to Real Madrid in the summer.
Cucurella finished ahead of notable players including Bruno Fernandes, Luis Díaz, and William Saliba.

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Former Chelsea full-back Marc Cucurella finished 18th in the men's Ballon d’Or rankings for 2026. The Spanish defender, who joined Real Madrid in the summer, earned recognition primarily due to his performances for Spain at the World Cup.

Cucurella ranked ahead of several prominent players, including Bruno Fernandes, Lautaro Martínez, Luis Díaz, and William Saliba. The writer notes that Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal, and Kylian Mbappé are considered the top contenders for the award.

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Marc Cucurella finishes 18th in the 2026 Ballon d’Or, ahead of big name players from Premier League

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