The global football community is gearing up for another spectacular night of celebration as FIFA The Best Awards 2026 prepares to honor the most outstanding talents and achievements in world football.
Over the years, The Best FIFA Football Awards have earned a reputation as one of the sport’s most prestigious recognitions, celebrating excellence both on and off the pitch. The awards acknowledge the exceptional performances of players, coaches, goalkeepers, and even the unwavering passion of fans. What makes the honors truly unique is their inclusive voting process, which gives equal weight to the opinions of players, coaches, journalists, and supporters across the globe — ensuring a fair and democratic reflection of football’s global community.
The 2026 edition of the awards holds even greater significance, as it serves as a curtain raiser for the highly anticipated FIFA World Cup 2026, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The event promises to set the tone for what is expected to be one of the most vibrant and diverse World Cups in football history.
Among the categories to be celebrated are The Best FIFA Men’s Player, The Best FIFA Women’s Player, The Best Goalkeeper, The Best Coach, and the iconic FIFA Puskás Award, which honors the most spectacular goal of the year. Each award not only celebrates individual brilliance but also recognizes the teamwork, discipline, and dedication that define the beautiful game.
Beyond the glittering trophies and star-studded red carpet, The Best FIFA Awards symbolize the organization’s commitment to its core values — fairness, transparency, and inclusion. The ceremony aims to honor football’s finest while reinforcing the unity and shared passion that connect millions of fans worldwide.
As excitement builds toward the big night, the 2026 FIFA The Best Awards promise to deliver more than just accolades — they will offer a heartfelt tribute to the artistry, emotion, and global spirit that make football the world’s most beloved sport.
Who are the nominees for 2025:The Best FIFA award?
The Best FIFA Women’s Player nominees
Sandy Baltimore, France and Chelsea
Nathalie Bjorn, Sweden and Chelsea
Aitana Bonmati, Spain and Barcelona
Lucy Bronze, England and Chelsea
Mariona Caldentey, Spain and Arsenal
Temwa Chawinga, Malawi and Kansas City Current
Diani Kadidiatou, France and Olympique Lyonnais
Melchie Dumornay, Haiti and Olympique Lyonnais
Patri Guijarro, Spain and Barcelona
Lindsey Heaps, USA and Olympique Lyonnais
Lauren James, England and Chelsea
Chloe Kelly, England and Manchester City/Arsenal
Ewa Pajor, Poland and Barcelona
Claudia Pina, Spain and Barcelona
Alexia Putellas, Spain and Barcelona
Alessia Russo, England and Arsenal
Leah Williamson, England and Arsenal
The Best FIFA Men’s Player nominees
Ousmane Dembélé, France and Paris Saint-Germain
Achraf Hakimi, Morocco and Paris Saint-Germain
Harry Kane, England and FC Bayern München
Kylian Mbappe, France and Real Madrid
Nuno Mendes, Portugal and Paris Saint-Germain
Cole Palmer, England and Chelsea
Pedri, Spain and Barcelona
Raphinha, Brazil and Barcelon
Mohamed Salah, Egypt and Liverpool00
Vitinha, Portugal and Paris Saint-Germain
Lamine Yamal, Spain and Barcelona
The Best FIFA Women’s Coach
Sonia Bompastor, Chelsea
Jonatan Giráldez, Washington Spirit/Olympique Lyonnais
Seb Hines, Orlando Pride
Renee Slegers, Arsenal
Sarina Wiegman, England
The Best FIFA Men’s Coach nominees
Javier Aguirre, Mexico
Mikel Arteta, Arsenal
Luis Enrique, Paris
Saint-Germain
Hansi Flick, Barcelona
Enzo Maresca, Chelsea
Roberto Martinez, Portugal
Arne Slot, Liverpool
The Best FIFA Women’s Goalkeeper nominees
Ann-Katrin Berger, Germany and Gotham FC
FIFA Fan Award Nominees
Alejandro Ciganotto (ARG)
Manolo el del Bombo (ESP) (posthumous)
Zakho fans (IRQ)
Cata Coll, Spain and Barcelona
Christiane Endler, Chile and Olympique Lyonnais
Hannah Hampton, England and Chelsea
Anna Moorhouse, England and Orlando Pride
Chiamaka Nnadozie, Nigeria and Paris FC/Brighton & Hove Albion
Phallon Tullis-Joyce, USA and Manchester United
The Best FIFA Men’s Goalkeeper nominees
Alisson Becker, Brazil and Liverpool
Thibaut Courtois, Belgium and Real Madrid
Gianluigi Donnarumma, Italy Barcelonaand Paris Saint-Germain/Manchester City
Emiliano Martínez, Argentina and Aston Villa
Manuel Neuer, Germany and FC Bayern München
David Raya, Spain and Arsenal
Yann Sommer, Switzerland and Internazionale Milano
Wojciech Szczęsny, Poland and Barcelona