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- Harry Kane is the clear favourite for the 2026 Ballon d'Or with bet365, priced at 4/5 after a remarkable season for Bayern Munich
- The ceremony will be held in London for the first time in its history on October 26, marking its 70th anniversary
- Lamine Yamal is the closest challenger at 9/2, with Kylian Mbappe, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Rodri also featuring prominently
Historic Ceremony On The Horizon
This year's Ballon d'Or carries extra significance beyond simply crowning the world's best player, and UK betting sites have priced up the race accordingly.
The prestigious ceremony will be staged in London for the very first time on October 26, marking the award's 70th anniversary and paying tribute to English footballer Sir Stanley Matthews, who became its inaugural winner back in 1956.
That's a fitting symbolic touch given the current shape of the market, with an Englishman currently sitting as the clear favourite to claim the trophy.
Harry Kane is the odds-on favourite with bet365 to be crowned Ballon d'Or winner for 2026.
Yamal Leads The Chasing Pack
Behind Kane, Lamine Yamal holds the next shortest price at 9/2, continuing to be a serious contender given his role in Spain's recent success.
Kylian Mbappe follows at 5/1, while Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is priced at 7/1, reflecting his continued growth as one of the most exciting talents in world football.
Rodri, a key figure in Spain's World Cup triumph, sits at 8/1 and has been mentioned prominently despite Kane's dominant position at the head of the market.
Kane's Remarkable Season
Harry Kane's position at the top of the betting is built on a genuinely extraordinary campaign.
The striker finished as Europe's top goalscorer, netting an astonishing 61 goals in 51 games across all competitions as he fired Bayern Munich to a league and cup double.
He then followed that up with six further goals at the World Cup, continuing a run of form that's been sustained and prolific across an entire season rather than a single standout tournament.
That consistency, spanning both club and international football, has driven bet365 to install him as a heavily backed favourite at 4/5.
Where To Bet On The Ballon d'Or
Bet365 currently offer one of the more detailed markets on this year's award, though it's always worth comparing prices across a wider range of betting sites before placing a bet, particularly with a genuinely historic ceremony still some months away.
Our guide to the best football betting sites is a great place to start for comparing your options.
