Former Cameroon striker Samuel Eto’o has identified the player he believes deserves to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or.
Eto’o praised the unnamed star as a “talented genius”, highlighting the player’s quality and impact as the race for this year’s prestigious individual award gathers momentum.
The former Barcelona and Inter Milan forward’s comments add to the growing debate over who should claim the Ballon d’Or, with several of the world’s leading players competing for recognition.
The 2026 award is expected to generate significant attention as performances across domestic and international competitions are assessed ahead of the ceremony.
