From Europe to South America: Five Teams Vie for 2026 Club of the Year Award

Across three continents, five football clubs have been nominated for the 2026 Ballon d’Or Club of the Year accolade. In Europe, Paris Saint‑Germain repeated their dominance with victories in Ligue 1, the Champions League and two Super Cups. Arsenal broke a long Premier League drought and added a solid European campaign. Bayern Munich secured the Bundesliga, the DFB‑Pokal and the German Super Cup, reinforcing their national grip. Norway’s Bodø/Glimt entered the list after winning the Norwegian Cup and delivering a season that highlighted the growth of lesser‑known clubs. From South America, Flamengo arrived with a trophy‑laden campaign, winning the Copa Libertadores, the Brazilian league and the Rio de Janeiro state title. The award will be presented at the London ceremony on 26 October.