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Ballon d’Or 2026 ceremony to be streamed free on DAZN, goal.com says
The 70th Ballon d’Or ceremony takes place on Monday, October 26, 2026, at the London Palladium. Viewers can watch the event live and free of charge by registering for a free membership on DAZN, goal.com reported.
Where can viewers watch the free livestream?
DAZN holds the exclusive live streaming rights for the Ballon d’Or ceremony in most countries and territories worldwide. According to goal.com, users only need to register with an email address for a free DAZN membership to access the broadcast without a paid subscription. Coverage begins with pre-game reports at 20:15 CET, followed by the main ceremony at 21:00 CET, chip.de noted. Viewers in specific regions where DAZN does not hold rights can access local broadcast alternatives such as L’Équipe TV in France and Monaco, Movistar+ in Spain, bTV in Bulgaria, and TV Nova in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.
Watch the Ballon d’Or LIVE and FREE from 19:00 GMT on DAZN in more than 200 countries around the world 🌍
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Who is presenting the 2026 ceremony?
Kate Scott and Thierry Henry will host the historic 70th-anniversary gala in London. Henry co-hosts UEFA Champions League coverage on CBS Sports alongside Scott, as goal.com reported.
Who are the leading contenders for the awards?
British betting markets favor Bayern Munich and England striker Harry Kane as the clear frontrunner for the men’s award at 1/3 odds on the day of the ceremony. Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé climbed to third place following his two goals in El Clásico, while Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal sits at 4/1. For the Ballon d’Or Féminin, prediction market Polymarket lists Alexia Putellas as the overwhelming favorite at a 94.5 percent win probability following her summer transfer to Women’s Super League newcomer London City Lionesses. Three-time consecutive winner Aitana Bonmatí is absent from the 2026 nomination list.
Will Real Madrid attend the ceremony?
Goal.com reported that it remains unclear whether a delegation from Real Madrid will attend the event at the London Palladium.
Disclaimer: The insights provided in this article are for informational and entertainment purposes only and do not constitute medical advice or sports betting recommendations.
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