Spain's national team captain voted for Kylian Mbappé in the 2026 Ballon d'Or awards, while Spanish midfielder Fabián Ruiz emerged as the top choice among voters in Peru, according to the latest voting breakdown released on Saturday.
The Ballon d'Or voting process allows national team captains, coaches, and selected journalists from each country to submit their preferences for the world's best player. Spain's representative selected Real Madrid forward Mbappé as their first choice for the prestigious award.
In a surprising regional result, Fabián Ruiz, who plays for Paris Saint-Germain and the Spanish national team, received the highest number of votes from the Peruvian voting delegation. The 28-year-old midfielder has been a consistent performer for both club and country.
The full voting details from all participating nations are expected to be published ahead of the official ceremony later this year.
