Kvaratskhelia speaks out on the 2026 Ballon d'Or

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·9 September 2026

Kvaratskhelia speaks out on the 2026 Ballon d'Or

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, the 25-year-old Paris Saint-Germain and Georgia forward, spoke in a video posted on the official Ballon d’Or X account about the possibility of winning the award that will be handed out next October 26. Without getting carried away, the Parisian number 7 is already happy to be among the 30 nominees and to be receiving support.

Kvaratskhelia: “It depends on the people who vote”

Is it possible to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or without having played in the World Cup? I don’t think that depends on me. It depends on the people who vote. But being among these players in the running is a real pleasure. In life, and in football, I believe in everything. That’s why today I am at PSG. And I’m really proud.

Kvaratskhelia: “It’s a pleasure”

Legends like Platini or Kroos have said that you are their favorite? It’s a pleasure when players like that, legends, say that I deserve it. It’s already gratifying when someone, maybe just one person on Earth, thinks you deserve one of the biggest trophies in football. That means I’m doing my job well, and I just want to keep going at the same level. And we’ll see what life gives me. I’m ready for anything.”

As is often the case, Kvaratskhelia remains fairly reserved and is above all fully enjoying what he is experiencing at PSG. That is the most important thing. However, if he can win this Ballon d’Or on top of that, the Georgian obviously won’t hide his delight.

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He has already received strong support, which is naturally pleasing. It is great recognition for his work and efforts, even if the sweetest rewards still lie in the collective titles won. One can think that the Paris forward will rank highly, though it is hard to say whether he can come out on top against such tough competition. But nothing will take away from his essential role in PSG’s second consecutive Champions League title.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here.