Milan, 28 May (LaPresse) – The Ballon d’Or, the most prestigious and coveted award in the world of football, created by France Football in 1956, will celebrate its 70th anniversary by hosting the awards ceremony in London, England, for the first time on 26 October. Awarded annually by France Football (owned by the L’Équipe Group), the prize has been co-organised with UEFA since 2024, and this symbolic choice of venue pays tribute to the English footballer Stanley Matthews, winner of the first edition 70 years ago. By holding its 70th edition in the capital of England and the United Kingdom, the Ballon d’Or continues its expansion and further strengthens its status as a prestigious global brand.
Football: the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony will take place in London on 26 October
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Milan, 28 May (LaPresse) – The Ballon d’Or, the most prestigious and coveted award in the world of football, created by France Football in 1956, will celebrate its 70th anniversary by hosting the awards ceremony in London, England, for the first time on 26 October. Awarded annually by France Football (owned by the L’Équipe Group), the prize has been co-organised with UEFA since 2024, and this symbolic choice of venue pays tribute to the English footballer Stanley Matthews, winner of the first edition 70 years ago. By holding its 70th edition in the capital of England and the United Kingdom, the Ballon d’Or continues its expansion and further strengthens its status as a prestigious global brand.
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