Ballon d'Or 2026 awarded to Harry Kane

The 2026 Ballon d'Or, an annual award recognizing the world's best male footballer, was presented to Harry Kane on Monday, marking the end of a period of intense media speculation and discussion surrounding the trophy.

Luis Enrique reacts to the decision

Luis Enrique, the coach of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), expressed his relief at the conclusion of the Ballon d'Or decision during a press conference on Thursday, which took place ahead of PSG's match against Le Havre in the ninth round of Ligue 1.

Enrique’s comments on the Ballon d'Or

When asked about the Ballon d'Or rankings, Enrique initially responded with "Nothing," but after a short pause, he said, "I am very happy that it is over," adding a light-hearted remark: "That's the most positive."

PSG’s shift in focus

PSG has demonstrated a clear shift in focus, as evidenced by club president Nasser al-Khelaïfi attending the PSG-OL match on the same day as the Ballon d'Or ceremony, indicating the club's broader priorities.

Dembélé honors club with award

Ousmane Dembélé, the 2025 Ballon d'Or winner, represented PSG in London and collected the Club of the Year trophy on behalf of the club, highlighting the team's continued presence in international football events.