Chivas dominate the Liga MX Balón de Oro with 6 nominees! | OneFootball

Great news, Chivahermanos! The outstanding football year that Guadalajara has enjoyed continues to pay off. Liga MX announced the nominees for the 2026 Ballon d'Or this Friday, an award that recognizes the best players in Mexican football at each position, and Chivas proudly has six representatives among the candidates.

The nominated red-and-white players are:* Santiago Sandoval – Rookie of the Year* Brian Gutiérrez – Rookie of the Year* Bryan González – Best Fullback* Armando González – Best Forward* Kevin Castañeda – Best Attacking Midfielder* Gabriel Milito – Best Head Coach

In addition, Ricardo Marín’s backheel goal against Santos is in the running for Best Goal of the Year.

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Alongside the individual recognition, this nomination also brings another distinction, as all Ballon d'Or candidates automatically become the first players called up for the Liga MX All-Star Game, a match in which Mexican football’s top stars will face the MLS stars.

The match will be played on July 29 at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, ahead of the start of the 2026 Leagues Cup.

Congratulations to our red-and-white players on this well-deserved recognition!

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