Ballon d’Or 2026: Emmanuel Petit names player who deserves to win award
Former Arsenal defensive midfielder, Emmanuel Petit, has said that Paris Saint-Germain winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia deserves to win the Ballon d’Or this year. Petit cited Kvaratskhelia’s performances in the last two years as a reason for him to win the Ballon d’Or. “Kvara adds his name to a list that isn’t long and is non-exhaustive of […] Ballon d’Or 2026: Emmanuel Petit names player who…
Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit believes Paris Saint-Germain winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia should be awarded the Ballon d’Or this year. Speaking to RMC Sport’s Rothen S’enflamme, Petit highlighted Kvaratskhelia’s outstanding performances over the past two years as the primary reason for his nomination. He noted that Kvaratskhelia joins a select group of elite players who have yet to win a major accolade with their national teams.
"For the two years gone by and the delight that is watching this player who reeks of football, he deserves the Ballon d’Or," Petit stated. Kvaratskhelia’s impressive form since his transfer from Napoli to PSG in January 2025 has earned him a spot among the frontrunners for the prestigious award. The 25-year-old, who did not participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, is currently expected to compete with Harry Kane of Bayern Munich, Lamine Yamal of Barcelona, and Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid for the coveted Ballon d’Or.
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