Ballon d’Or 2026: He did extraordinary things – Fabio Cannavaro names player to win award

According to a report from Daily Post Nigeria, on Sunday October 11, 2026, Fabio Cannavaro has backed Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or, pointing to the Paris Saint-Germain winger’s influential performances in last season’s Champions League.

The winner of this year’s award is due to be announced in London on October 26. With several high-profile players in contention, Cannavaro has made clear that Kvaratskhelia is his preferred choice.

The former Italy defender believes the Georgian international made a stronger case through his performances in Europe’s leading club competition than other prominent candidates, including Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi.

Speaking to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Cannavaro said he does not judge the award solely on the most recent events.

He argued that Kvaratskhelia was the Champions League’s most influential player from a footballing perspective last season and said he would have no hesitation in voting for him.

Cannavaro acknowledged that voters may weigh other factors, such as performances at the World Cup or a player’s career achievements. However, he maintained that Kvaratskhelia’s contribution stood out.

In his view, the winger’s impact was significant enough to make him a deserving winner of football’s most prestigious individual honour.

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