Paris Saint-Germain secured a 2-1 victory against Aston Villa in the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday, influencing the current 2026 Ballon d’Or race. Coming off a Champions League win over Arsenal in May, the French club has started their campaign with another title. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia netted the opener, while Brian Madjo briefly equalized for Villa. Desire Doue secured the winning goal in the second half, handing PSG consecutive Super Cup victories. According to BBC Sports, this result bolsters the credentials of PSG’s key players, though the 2026 FIFA World Cup remains a critical factor for voters.
Harry Kane of Bayern Munich leads the ranking due to his 73-goal season and domestic double. Ousmane Dembele follows, supported by his World Cup hat-trick against Norway and PSG’s continental success. Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal ranks third, bolstered by his club titles and Spain’s World Cup victory. Manchester City midfielder Rodri holds the fourth spot, credited with the World Cup Golden Ball and domestic cup wins. Kylian Mbappe rounds out the top five; despite his historic Golden Boot haul across LaLiga, the Champions League, and the World Cup, his lack of major team trophies limits his current standing.
