They played well. They played fair. They made undeniable impact. Only the finest footballers make the shortlist for the Ballon d’Or, the ultimate individual honour voted on by leading football journalists worldwide. Now, this prestigious ceremony takes centre stage in FC Mobile.

What we love: The event celebrates the 2026 winner alongside past Ballon d’Or recipients such as Luís Figo, Zinedine Zidane, Ronaldinho and Johan Cruyff in his ’70s prime. Tackle in-game challenges to add these timeless icons to your squad.

Don’t miss: Unveil the 2026 winner by completing Objective Matches to earn the Winner Card. Along the way, you’ll step into the shoes of a football reporter to uncover each nominee’s journey and accomplishments across the world’s top leagues.

When it’s happening: The multi-week event spans nine chapters. Jump into the parade of quests from 22 October to 19 November.