Luis Figo, who won the Ballon d’Or in 2000, has named the leading contenders to win football’s most prestigious individual award based on the results of 2026.
The former Portugal international identified the players he considers favorites in the race for the award. However, the information provided did not disclose his views on specific nominees.
Figo won the Ballon d’Or in 2000 after a successful period at Barcelona and Real Madrid. The award is presented annually to recognize the outstanding footballer of the year, with performances for both club and national team taken into account.