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2026 Ballon d'Or Ceremony Time and Free Streaming Guide
Watch the 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony live for free on DAZN or local TV.
In brief
Watch the 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony live for free on DAZN or local TV. The 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony starts October 26, 2026, at 4 p.m. ET with free streaming on DAZN and local broadcasts in most countries. Originally reported by SI.
2026 Ballon d'Or Ceremony Date
The 70th Ballon d'Or ceremony takes place on Oct. 26, 2026, at the London Palladium Theatre in London, England.
2026 Ballon d'Or Ceremony Start Time
The event begins at around 4 p.m. ET / 8 p.m. GMT with red carpet walkabout starting two hours earlier.
2026 Ballon d'Or Contenders
Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal are the leading contenders for the men’s top prize.
2026 Ballon d'Or Awards
The ceremony includes the Ballon d'Or Féminin, Johan Cruyff Trophy, Kopa Trophy and other soccer honors.
2026 Ballon d'Or Winner Announcement
The men’s Ballon d'Or winner is announced at 5:46 p.m. ET / 9:46 p.m. GMT.
2026 Ballon d'Or Free Streaming
Fans can watch the ceremony live for free on DAZN in most countries with no subscription required.
2026 Ballon d'Or Local Broadcasts
France’s L’Équipe TV and Spain’s Telefónica provide local streaming options for the ceremony.
2026 Ballon d'Or Broadcast Partners
Broadcasters include DAZN for most countries, L’Équipe TV in France, and Telefónica in Spain.
At a glance
The 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony starts October 26, 2026, at 4 p.m. ET with free streaming on DAZN and local broadcasts in most countries.
