Lamine Yamal, Harry Kane, Luis de la Fuente, Unai Simón, Vicky López, Pere Romeu, Cata Coll, Barcelona and PSG
26 October 2026
Spanish football enjoyed major success at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony in London. Lamine Yamal received another Kopa Trophy, Luis de la Fuente was named best men’s coach and Unai Simón won the men’s goalkeeper award. Harry Kane received the Gerd Müller Trophy after scoring 73 goals last season.
Barcelona collected several women’s honours, with Vicky López winning the young-player award, Pere Romeu named best coach and Cata Coll recognised as best goalkeeper. Barcelona were also named best women’s club after completing a quadruple, while PSG retained the best men’s club award following their second consecutive Champions League title. The supplied articles do not confirm the men’s overall Ballon d’Or winner.
Why It Matters
The awards underline Spain's success in international football and Barcelona's dominance of the women's game.