Ballon d'Or 2022: when and where it is and who's nominated

'France Football' has already defined the moment when the Ballon d'Or will be awarded in 2022. It will be a special edition, as it will be the first after the change of dates for the award.

The French magazine has decided, from this edition onwards, to award the Ballon d'Or seasonally, and not on a calendar year as has been the case for the last few trophies. Therefore, the World Cup will not be included.

When is the Ballon d'Or 2022 gala?

The Ballon d'Or 2022 gala will take place on Monday, 17th October, two months earlier than the usual date until then.

Where is the Ballon d'Or 2022 gala?

The Ballon d'Or 2022 gala will be held at the Théâtre Châtelet in Paris, where the last editions of the award have been held.

What trophies are awarded?

In addition to the Ballon d'Or 2022 in the men's category, the Ballon d'Or in the women's category, the Best Young Footballer and the Best Goalkeeper awards are also presented.

Who are the nominees?

The list of nominees for the 2022 Ballon d'Or has not yet been made public. The players who are eligible for the awards will be announced on Friday, 12th August.

Ballon d'Or 2022 winners

The Ballon d'Or began to be awarded in 1956, when it was won by Stalney Matheus. At the moment, Leo Messi is the player who has won it the most times, seven times.