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Egypt's representative ranks Mbappé first, Yamal third

Egypt's Ballon d'Or representative released early voting results, sparking debate over rankings.

New York Editorial News Desk October 30, 2026 1 min read

The Brief

  • Mbappé placed first in Egypt's vote.
  • Lamine Yamal ranked third, behind Kvaratskhelia.
  • Kane placed fourth in the Egyptian ballot.

Amr Naguib Fahmy, Egypt's representative on the Ballon d'Or judging panel, released early voting results that surprised many in football circles.

Kylian Mbappé was named first by the Egyptian vote, with his Real Madrid performance cited as the reason for his top spot.

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia followed Mbappé in second place, surpassing Lamine Yamal, who was placed third.

Harry Kane received the fourth position in the Egyptian ballot, with other notable placements including Vitinha, Decl, Rice, and Fabián Ruiz.

The early rankings have led to discussions about the criteria used for the Ballon d'Or, with Mbappé, Kvaratskhelia, and Yamal emerging as key contenders.

The results highlight the ongoing competition for the most prestigious individual award in football.

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