Supercomputer Predicts the Ballon d'Or Winner
A supercomputer predicts that Harry Kane will win the 2026 Ballon d'Or ahead of Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé. The model also forecasts the next ten winners, with the young Barcelona star expected to dominate the award in the coming years.
The race for the 2026 Ballon d'Or has an unexpected favorite, according to predictions from a supercomputer that identifies Harry Kane as the leading candidate to claim the prestigious individual award.
According to information published by The Sun, the model developed by Canadian Sports Betting gives the Bayern Munich striker a 58% probability of winning the trophy.
The England international is expected to face strong competition from Lamine Yamal, the Barcelona sensation, and Kylian Mbappé, one of Real Madrid's biggest stars.
Kane's remarkable season, during which he scored 61 goals for the German club and 73 across club and international competitions, is among the main factors supporting his candidacy.
Meanwhile, Yamal has been given just an 18% chance of winning, despite his recent collective achievements.
Lamine Yamal Could Dominate the Ballon d'Or Over the Next Decade
Although Kane leads the predictions for 2026, the supercomputer believes Lamine Yamal will become one of the dominant figures in world soccer over the coming years.
The model predicts that the Barcelona forward will win three Ballon d'Or awards by 2036.
His first victory is projected for 2027, followed by additional triumphs in 2031 and 2035.
The Spanish international believes he has already done enough to deserve the award this season, particularly after winning LaLiga and the World Cup.
However, the current projections favor Kane to succeed Ousmane Dembélé, who won the award in 2025.
Who Will Win the Next Ballon d'Or Awards?
The prediction also includes several other stars who could dominate international soccer throughout the next decade.
The supercomputer's projected winners are:
- 2026: Harry Kane
- 2027: Lamine Yamal
- 2028: Jude Bellingham
- 2029: Michael Olise
- 2030: Erling Haaland
- 2031: Lamine Yamal
- 2032: Endrick
- 2033: Pau Cubarsí
- 2034: Arda Güler
- 2035: Lamine Yamal
- 2036: Estêvão
One of the most surprising predictions involves Pau Cubarsí, the Barcelona defender who could become the first player in his position to win the award since Fabio Cannavaro in 2006.
The projected victories of Endrick and Arda Güler, both Real Madrid players, also stand out.
When Will the 2026 Ballon d'Or Ceremony Take Place?
The 70th edition of the Ballon d'Or ceremony is scheduled for Monday, October 26, at the London Palladium.
It will mark the first time London hosts the prestigious awards ceremony, with Thierry Henry and Kate Scott serving as presenters.
Although the projections favor Kane, the official winner has yet to be announced.
Key Takeaways
- Harry Kane has a 58% probability of winning, according to the model.
- Lamine Yamal has been given an 18% chance for 2026.
- The supercomputer predicts three Ballon d'Or victories for Yamal.
- Jude Bellingham, Endrick, and Arda Güler are among the projected future winners.
- The ceremony will take place on October 26 in London.
- These predictions do not represent official results.
