Dembélé and Mbappé Vie for 2026 Ballon d'Or Amid Intense Season
Ousmane Dembélé and Kylian Mbappé are leading high-profile campaigns for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, with club loyalties and on-field performances shaping the competition in France and Spain.
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Key moments · 7
Dembélé reflects on his season and Bayern Munich match
L'Équipe ↗Dembélé responds to Mbappé's candidacy comments
L'Équipe ↗Mbappé expresses strong belief in Ballon d'Or chances
L'Équipe ↗Mbappé described as indispensable for Real Madrid
L'Équipe ↗Mbappé scores and assists in Real Madrid's win over Elche
France24 ↗Mbappé's interview covers Ballon d'Or dreams and Zidane admiration
L'Équipe ↗Mbappé leaves Nike for Swiss brand On
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