Ballon d’Or 2026: Patricio Cornejo responds to rumours about his vote

Sports journalist Patricio Cornejo, Ecuador’s representative in the voting for the Ballon d’Or 2026, has denied information circulating on social media about his choices for the election of the best player of the 2025–2026 season.

A sports commentator and analyst, Cornejo works notably for Radio Caravana and Di Blu radio.

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In a post on his (X) account, Patricio Cornejo said he was surprised by several publications claiming to know his vote and ranking for the 2026 Ballon d’Or.

The Ecuadorian representative recalled that the votes of all the journalists taking part in the poll will be made public next October during the Ballon d’Or ceremony scheduled to take place in London.

To date, Patricio Cornejo has therefore not officially revealed his ranking, unlike certain posts shared on social media claiming that he had placed Lionel Messi in first position.

The 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony will be held on October 26 in London, as part of the 70th edition of the prestigious award.

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