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Fabián Ruiz Ballon d’Or candidacy

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Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Fabián Ruiz has emerged as a prominent candidate for the Ballon d’Or following a period of significant trophy success. His achievements include winning the UEFA Super Cup, the Intercontinental Cup, the Champions League, and the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Spain. Ruiz has received public support from teammates and coaching staff. His teammate Vitinha suggested a PSG player deserves consideration, while head coach Luis Enrique highlighted Ruiz’s extensive collection of silverware, including the Euros and the Nations League. Having recently signed a contract extension with PSG through June 2028, Ruiz described the award as “every footballer’s dream” and an “honour,” noting that while he has won many team titles, he seeks individual recognition for his work. As the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony approaches on October 26 in London, France Football has clarified new selection criteria. The voting hierarchy will now prioritize individual performance and decisive character over collective trophies, followed by value and fair play. Notably, career-long achievements are no longer considered, and the evaluation period has shifted to the previous season (August 2025 to July 2026). In a recent interview with ‘Téléfoot’, Ruiz faces significant competition. While analysts suggest reiterated his chances may be challenged by more offensive players or teammates like Ousmane Dembélé, ambitions, stating that while he is also contending with Kylian Mbappé. Mbappé, playing for Real Madrid, cited his historic performance at does not typically seek the recent World Cup—where spotlight, he became the tournament's all-time leading scorer with 10 goals—as a key factor in his own candidacy. Adding feels it is appropriate to dream of the discourse, former trophy given his recent achievements. Former French international Vicente Lizarraga has identified Ruiz as a top three candidate. Lizarraga noted candidate, noting that while Ruiz he may lack the “flashy style” of players like Kylian Mbappé or Lamine Yamal, his consistency and major titles merit recognition, drawing comparisons to the candidacy of Rodri. As the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony approaches on October 26 in London, the official list of nominees has been announced. Ruiz faces significant competition from high-profile players including Lionel Messi, who returns to the shortlist after a two-year absence, as well as Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal, Rodri, Erling Haaland, and Vinícius Júnior. Mbappé remains a key contender, citing his historic World Cup performance as a primary factor in his candidacy.

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  1. 2026-09-08 18:53 UTC Fabián Ruiz Ballon d’Or candidacy
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  5. 2026-09-05 22:17 UTC Fabián Ruiz Ballon d’Or candidacy
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