The 70th Ballon d’Or ceremony in 2026 will be hosted by football legend Thierry Henry and broadcaster Kate Scott, with the event taking place in London. Outlets report that the decision is confirmed by France Football and UEFA, which oversee the award.
Several sources add that the ceremony is scheduled for Monday, 26 October 2026 and will be held at London’s Palladium. The reporting also notes that the 2026 edition is the Ballon d’Or’s first move outside Paris, reflecting a location change for the award in its traditional hosting base. While coverage focuses on the hosts themselves, there is broad agreement on the key logistical details: the two confirmed presenters, the London venue, and the specific date.
