Guti names Kane, Mbappe and Rodri as 2026 Ballon d’Or favourites, backs Mbappe

Former Real Madrid midfielder Guti has named England’s Harry Kane, France’s Kylian Mbappe and Spain’s Rodri as his top three favourites to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or. Speaking to El Partidazo de COPE, Guti said the race will be between Kane, Mbappe and Rodri, and added that he specifically wants Mbappe to win because the forward plays for his former club, Real Madrid.

The 2026 Ballon d’Or winner will be announced next month at the London Palladium Theatre in London. Thirty players, including the three named by Guti, have already been shortlisted for football’s most prestigious individual award.

Guti’s endorsement highlights Mbappe’s current form and his Real Madrid connection, while Kane’s consistent goal-scoring and Rodri’s midfield dominance also keep them in contention. For fans tracking the award, these names offer a early indicator of who might lift the prize.

With Mbappe, Kane and Rodri as the top contenders per Guti, which player do you think will edge out the competition for the 2026 Ballon d’Or?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/25/ballon-dor-2026-guti-names-top-3-favourites-to-win-award/