The Ballon d’Or award ceremony will be held in London for the first time this October. The event is scheduled for 26 October 2026 at the London Palladium Theatre, a significant departure from its traditional European venues.
This year’s ceremony celebrates the award’s creation by the sports publication France Football in 1956. The first winner was England’s Stanley Matthews, setting a legacy that continues to define the pinnacle of player achievement.
Hankook renews title partnership
Hankook will sponsor the Ballon d’Or for the third consecutive year. The company’s renewed commitment is part of an international strategy focused on high-visibility platforms in football and motorsport. This partnership aims to expand brand presence and create global touchpoints with fans and business partners.
Public ticket competition launched
Fans have a chance to attend the ceremony through a public competition hosted by Hankook. The sponsor is offering tickets as prizes, with entry details and conditions available on its official promotion page.
Middlesbrough’s next fixture is at home to Cardiff City on 17 October.
More detail at Hankook Media Center
