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Sadio Mane, Achraf Hakimi make 2026 Ballon d’Or shortlist

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Sadio Mane, Achraf Hakimi make 2026 Ballon d’Or shortlist

The Morocco international has established himself as one of the leading full-backs in world football and is part of a strong PSG contingent on this year’s shortlist, with 10 players from the European champions nominated.

Africa will have two representatives on the 2026 men’s Ballon d’Or shortlist, with Senegal forward Sadio Mane and Morocco defender Achraf Hakimi among the 30 nominees.

Mane, who plays for Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr, earns a place on the shortlist following another strong season at both club and international level.

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