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Kopa Trophy nominees

Who will win Kopa Trophy at Ballon d'Or 2026? See every nominee, the crowd favorite and make your pick on Ainou.

Worth 11 pts · up to 22 if few get it right

Why is it worth this?
  • Featured category: 7 pts
  • 10 nominees, harder to guess: ×1.5714285714285714
  • Surprise bonus: ×1.5 if fewer than 25% of players picked the winner, ×2 if fewer than 10% (from 20 players)
  • Worth 11 pts, up to 22 with the surprise bonus
  • Your x2 doubles the result

Based on 5 picks on Ainou

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About Kopa Trophy

The Kopa Trophy, created in 2018, goes to the best player under 21. It is named after Raymond Kopa, the 1958 Ballon d'Or winner, and often points to the stars of the years ahead.

10 nominees are up for Kopa Trophy at Ballon d'Or 2026. The winner is announced on October 26, 2026. On Ainou, the crowd favourite is Pau Cubarsí, with 60% of 5 picks.

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FAQ

When is the Kopa Trophy winner announced?

At the Ballon d'Or 2026 ceremony, on October 26, 2026.

Who are the Kopa Trophy nominees?

Kerim Alajbegović, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Pau Cubarsí, Yan Diomandé, Lennart Karl, Éli Junior Kroupi, Lamine Yamal, Johan Manzambi, Ibrahim Maza, Warren Zaïre-Emery.

Who is the favourite to win Kopa Trophy?

On Ainou, the crowd favourite is Pau Cubarsí, with 60% of 5 picks.

How do I predict Kopa Trophy for free?

On Ainou: open Ballon d'Or 2026, pick your winner in each category and play against your friends in a group. It's free, with no betting: just points.

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