Who won the fashion Ballon d'Or? Lamine Yamal, Ousmane Dembélé and Alexia Putellas lead red carpet looks

Football stars and famous faces have brought their fashion A-game to the 2026 Ballon d’Or, with some of the biggest names in the beautiful game stepping out in style for one of the sport’s most prestigious nights.

The ceremony is taking place at London’s Palladium for the first time, bringing together leading players, managers and guests to celebrate the best of football over the past year.

While the awards recognise excellence on the pitch, the annual ceremony has also become a showcase for football’s biggest names to express their personal style.

From Harry Kane’s classic black-tie look to presenter Kate Scott’s elegant tailoring, the red carpet delivered plenty of fashion inspiration, with the outfits deserving their moment in the spotlight before the awards got under way.

2026 Ballon d’Or winner Harry Kane arrives with wife Katie Goodland

Kane arrives with wife Katie Goodland

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England captain Harry Kane arrived at the 70th annual Ballon d’Or ceremony alongside his wife, Katie, where he was crowned the winner of the men’s Ballon d’Or for the first time in his career.

One of the country’s most recognisable sporting figures, the Bayern Munich striker has captained the Three Lions at multiple major tournaments and also collected the Men’s Striker of the Year award at this evening’s ceremony.

Kane joined Bayern Munich from Tottenham Hotspur in 2023 and has since won two Bundesliga titles. He enjoyed a remarkable 2025-26 season, scoring 73 goals.

For the occasion, Kane opted for a classic buttoned-up tuxedo, finished with a poppy badge, while Katie looked elegant in a sleek off-the-shoulder dress, paired with what appeared to be a Birkin bag.

The prestigious individual honour marks a career milestone for Kane, who has established himself as one of the world’s leading strikers.

London City’s Alexia Putellas turns heads in feathers

Putellas has made a statement in a cream outfit adorned with feather detailing

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London City Lionesses star Alexia Putellas made a statement in a cream outfit adorned with feather detailing.

The Spanish midfielder joined the Women’s Super League side from Barcelona in 2025, bringing a wealth of experience after a trophy-laden spell with the Catalan club.

Putellas claimed the 2026 Women’s Ballon d’Or award this evening, further cementing her status as one of the biggest names in women’s football.

Alessia Russo brings satin sophistication to the red carpet

Russo attended the carpet in a chic high neck satin dress

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Nominee Alessia Russo stunned in a high-neck satin dress as she arrived on the red carpet.

The England and Arsenal forward has established herself as one of the biggest names in women’s football, helping the Lionesses win the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 title.

Lionel Messi arrives in matching starry outfits with three sons

Lionel Messi made a family appearance on the red carpet, arriving alongside his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, and their three sons in matching outfits that shimmered under the lights.

The Inter Miami forward and his children wore suits with a sparkling, starry finish, creating a coordinated look.

Messi, an eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, remains one of the most decorated players in football history. The Argentina captain lifted the World Cup in 2022 but missed out in the final this year as Spain beat Argentina.

Lamine Yamal makes stylish appearance with girlfriend Ines Garcia

Barcelona's Lamine Yamal and partner Ines Garcia arriving on the red carpet

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Lamine Yamal arrived in matching black alongside his girlfriend Inés García with the pair making a coordinated style statement on the red carpet.

The Barcelona and Spain star added a playful touch to his look with a large, light-pink flower-shaped pin.

Yamal took home the Young Talent of the Year award at the Ballon d’Or this evening, but admitted on stage that he believed the prize should have gone to his Barcelona team-mate Pau Cubarsí.

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and wife Lorena Bernal arrive on the red carpet

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Mikel Arteta is the manager of Arsenal FC, having taken charge of the Premier League club in December 2019. The Spanish coach joined football stars on the red carpet with his wife, Argentine-Spanish actress and model Lorena Bernal. The couple married in 2010 and have three children together.

Dembélé looks cool in head-to-toe brown and sunglasses

Dembélé attends the 70th Ballon D'Or Ceremony at Palladium Theatre on October 26, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)

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Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé made a stylish entrance tonight, sporting a head-to-toe brown outfit and a pair of sunglasses.

The France international looked relaxed as he arrived at the star-studded event.

Dembélé enjoyed another outstanding season with PSG and collected the Men’s Club of the Year award on the club’s behalf tonight.

Marc Cucurella looks dapper in designer attire

Real Madrid's Marc Cucurella is among the nominees

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Read Madrid defender Marc Cucurella was part of the Spain squad that won Euro 2024 and this year’s World Cup, playing a key role in both tournaments.

Cucurella cut a sharp figure on the red carpet in an all-black suit, finished with a satin tie.

Kylian Mbappé arrives in suede tuxedo

Mbappé arrives in suede tuxedo

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Kylian Mbappé arrived on the red carpet at the 70th annual Ballon d’Or ceremony in a stylish suede tuxedo.

The Real Madrid and France forward turned heads in the distinctive look.

Alex Greenwood arrives in black

Greenwood is another player nominated at tonight’s ceremony

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England international Alex Greenwood arrived on the red carpet at the 70th annual Ballon d’Or ceremony in a floor-length black dress.

The Manchester City defender was named in 26th place in the women’s Ballon d’Or.

Greenwood has represented England at international level and played for clubs including Manchester United, Manchester City and Barcelona. She was part of the Lionesses squads that won back-to-back European Championship titles at Euro 2022 and Euro 2025.

Sophie Turner makes all-black statement

The actress is said to be attending the ceremony as a house ambassador for Louis Vuitton

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Sophie Turner arrived on the red carpet wearing an all-black suit with button detail.

The actress, best known for playing Sansa Stark in Game of Thrones, was said to be attending the ceremony as a high-profile house ambassador for Louis Vuitton.

The luxury fashion house is the official trophy trunk partner of the Ballon d’Or, crafting the bespoke monogrammed cases that hold the coveted golden football trophies.

Singer Jorja Smith wows in lace dress with dramatic tail

Smith is set to perform at the ceremony

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British R&B singer Jorja Smith performed at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony in London.

She arrived on the red carpet in a black lace dress featuring a dramatic train.

Kate Scott poses in a sheer black gown with husband Malik

Celebrity couple Malik abd Scott poses upon arrival

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Kate Scott is an English sports broadcaster best known for her football coverage on CBS Sports. She has anchored the network’s UEFA Champions League coverage since 2020.

She is a familiar face to football fans, presenting alongside former players including Thierry Henry, Jamie Carragher and Micah Richards.

Scott arrived in a long, sheer black dress featuring floral detailing and exposed arms alongside her husband, former heavyweight boxer-turned-trainer Malik Scott.

Club América’s Scarlett Camberos stuns in red

The Mexico international was among the female nominees finishing in 21st place

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Scarlett Camberos, who plays as a forward for Mexican side Club América, stepped out on the red carpet in a striking wine-red gown featuring a mix of materials.

The Mexico international won gold at the 2023 Pan American Games and was among the nominees for the Women’s Ballon d’Or.

Chelsea women players arrive

The team are dressed to impress at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony

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Netherlands and Chelsea defender Veerle Buurman, Japan and North Carolina Courage midfielder Manaka Matsukubo, England and Chelsea goalkeeper Hannah Hampton and France and Manchester United forward Melvine Malard arrive dressed to impress at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony at London’s Palladium Theatre.

Ibrahim Maza arrives on the carpet

Maza has received his first nomination in the Men's Young Talent of the Year

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Known as “Mazadona” in Algeria, the 20-year-old has arrived on the carpet wearing a black tuxedo. The Bayer Leverkusen attacking midfielder has received his first nomination in the Men's Young Talent of the Year.

Lucy Bronze puts on a stylish display

Lucy Bronze arriving on the red carpet ahead of the 70th annual Ballon d'Or ceremony at the London Palladium Theatre

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Chelsea star and England great Lucy Bronze has arrived in a maroon dress with one shoulder exposed, wearing her hair up as she poses on the red carpet.

Louise Bonsall and Michael Owen

Louise Bonsall and Michael Owen match in black on the carpet

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Michael Owen, the last Englishman to win the Ballon d’Or, arrived on the red carpet with his wife Louise Bonsall.

The childhood sweethearts arrived dressed in matching black outfits, smiling for the cameras.