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2026 Ballon d’Or: Nigerian players, coaches snubbed as nominees are revealed
Summary by The Lagos Editorial Desk Ifreke Inyang , as published by Daily Post Nigeria
· September 8, 2026
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Key points Victor Osimhen has finished in the top 10, and Ademola Lookman has also placed highly after a notable performance. The team had achieved a notable victory, securing a 10th title.
Nigerian representation is absent from the latest Ballon d’Or nominees. A year ago, Chiamaka Nnadozie was recognized for her goalkeeping skills, and her team's coach, Justine Madugu, received a nomination. The team had achieved a notable victory, securing a 10th title. However, the current year has been less successful, with both the men's and women's teams failing to qualify for the FIFA World Cups.
Previous years have seen some Nigerian footballers achieve high rankings. Victor Osimhen has finished in the top 10, and Ademola Lookman has also placed highly after a notable performance.
Further information on the nominees and past winners is available.
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Category: News Published: September 8, 2026 Source: Daily Post Nigeria Reading time: 1 min
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