Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich and Arsenal have been shortlisted for the 2026 Ballon d’Or Men’s Club of the Year award following impressive campaigns during the 2025-26 season.
PSG headline the men’s nominations after completing a remarkable trophy-laden campaign. The French champions won the UEFA Champions League, Intercontinental Cup, European Super Cup, Ligue 1 and French Super Cup.
Premier League champions Arsenal also earned a place on the shortlist after securing the English top-flight title, while Bayern Munich were nominated after winning the Bundesliga, German Cup and German Super Cup.
Brazilian club Flamengo represent South America following a memorable season in which they lifted the Copa Libertadores, Brazilian Championship and Rio de Janeiro State Championship.
Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt complete the men’s shortlist after winning the Norwegian Cup.
In the Women’s Club of the Year category, Barcelona lead the nominations after completing a four-trophy campaign. The Spanish side won the Women’s Champions League, Liga, Spanish Cup and Spanish Super Cup.
French club OL Lyonnes were nominated after claiming the French Championship, French Cup and French League Cup, while Manchester City earned their place after winning the Women’s Super League and FA Cup.
Bayern Munich also feature in the women’s shortlist after completing a domestic treble of the Bundesliga, German Cup and German Super Cup.
Mexico’s Club América complete the women’s nominations after winning the CONCACAF Champions Cup and Mexican Closing Championship.
