Organizers unveiled the official shortlist of nominees for the 70th Ballon d'Or, with the announcement posted via the award organization's official account on X on Tuesday. The rollout covers primary categories and specialized honours, including Men’s and Women’s Striker of the Year, and recognizes performances across the 2025/26 European and international club calendar. The Men’s Coach of the Year shortlist names Mikel Arteta, Unai Emery, Vincent Kompany, Luis Enrique and Luis de la Fuente. The article notes Ballon d'Or nominations are determined by an international panel of sports journalists and that the global voting process will proceed before winners are announced at a gala ceremony later in the year. Coverage highlights specific category nods reported elsewhere on the list, such as Emiliano Martínez and David Raya for Men’s Goalkeeper of the Year and several players nominated in the Ballon d'Or Féminin and Young Talent categories.
