September 8, 2026 | 10:10 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Athletic Bilbao goalkeeper Unai Simon has been nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or Goalkeeper of the Year award. The recognition follows his pivotal role in anchoring the Spanish national team to glory at the 2026 World Cup.
Joining Simon is surprise inclusion Vozinha, the former GD Chaves shot-stopper who recently completed a transfer to Colo-Colo.
Vozinha delivered a sensational campaign throughout the 2026 World Cup through his standout performances between the posts for Cape Verde.
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) goalkeeper Matvey Safonov also earned a spot on the shortlist. The Russian international served as a vital anchor in Les Parisiens' triumphant 2025/2026 UEFA Champions League campaign.
Meanwhile, Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya enjoyed a stellar year, guiding the Gunners to the Premier League crown alongside Spain's World Cup triumph.
Ballon d'Or Award 2026: List of Yachine Trophy Goalkeeper Nominees
According to the official Ballon d'Or website on Tuesday, the full shortlist of nominated goalkeepers includes:
Thibaut Courtois (Real Madrid/Belgium)
Yassine Bounou (Al-Hilal/Morocco)
Joan Garcia (Barcelona/Spain)
Gregor Kobel (Borussia Dortmund/Switzerland)
Emi Martinez (Aston Villa, Chelsea/Argentina)
Edouard Mendy (Al-Ahli/Senegal)
David Raya (Arsenal/Spain)
Matvey Savonov (Paris Saint-Germain/Russia)
Unai Simon (Athletic Bilbao/Spain)
Vozinha (Colo-Colo, GD Chaves/Cape Verde)
Read: Full List of 'Coach of the Year' Nominees at 2026 Ballon d'Or
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