Ballon d’Or: Zinédine Zidane will not be present at the ceremony

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By: Manu Tournoux

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It’s the big night. The 2026 Ballon d’Or will be awarded this Monday, October 26, during an exceptional ceremony organized in London. Kylian Mbappé, Lamine Yamal, Harry Kane, Ousmane Dembélé and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia are among the contenders for the coronation, with the aim of succeeding Ousmane Dembélé.

According to information from RMC SportZinédine Zidane will however not be present in London to attend the event. The French Football Federation will nevertheless be represented by its president, Philippe Diallo, who will travel for this great evening of world football. The winner of the 1998 edition should therefore miss this particularly anticipated edition, while five French people are named.

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.