Luis Enrique, the head coach of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), recently expressed his belief that a player from his team should win the Ballon d’Or this season. The Ballon d’Or is a prestigious award given annually to the world’s best male footballer, decided by a panel of journalists and former players. Enrique made these comments during a press conference ahead of PSG’s upcoming Ligue 1 match against Monaco. In his remarks, Enrique highlighted several PSG players who have previously achieved individual honors. He mentioned Fabian Ruiz, who was part of the Spanish national team that won the 2022 FIFA World Cup, and Ousmane Dembélé, who won the Ballon d’Or in 2021. These examples illustrate that PSG has had players who have reached the highest levels of individual recognition in the past. Despite his belief that a PSG player should win the Ballon d’Or this year, Enrique emphasized that he personally does not focus on individual accolades. Instead, he stressed the importance of team success and collective achievements. His comments reflect a common sentiment among coaches who prioritize the team’s performance over individual recognition. The 2026 Ballon d’Or will be awarded on October 26 in London, continuing the tradition of honoring the world’s top football talent. While Enrique’s comments are a show of confidence in his players, the final decision will rest with the voting panel, which considers performance, impact, and other criteria throughout the year.