Can you name all 30 male nominees for the 2026 Ballon d’Or?

The 2026 Ballon d’Or nominees shortlist is out – but can you name all 30 of the male players on there?

France Football have unveiled the shortlist for the award, with the winners to be revealed in Paris on October 26th.

From Real Madrid and Barcelona to Bayern Munich, Manchester City and PSG, the 2026 Ballon d’Or shortlist is packed with stars who excelled during the 2025-26 season and at the World Cup.

The only clue you’re getting from us for this one is the club that they represent, and you’ve got 15 minutes to try and get them all. There are a couple of curveballs in here, so we’ll be impressed if you can get full marks.

If this gives you the taste for another challenge, why not try and name the top three of every Ballon d’Or award of the 2000s?

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