2026 Golden Boy and Golden Girl Award Contenders Revealed

europe - Estêvão from Chelsea and Lily Yohannes from OL Lyonnes emerge as front-runners for the 2026 Golden Boy and Golden Girl awards, succeeding Doué and Agyemang.

2026 Golden Boy and Golden Girl Award Contenders Revealed

After Désiré Doué and Michelle Agyemang won the 2025 Golden Boy and Girl awards, attention now shifts to potential winners for 2026. Estêvão and Lily Yohannes lead the list of top contenders.

Estêvão: The Breakout Star from Chelsea

Estêvão, the 18-year-old forward from Chelsea, has been making waves with his remarkable performances, earning 852 minutes in all competitions. His impressive goal-scoring abilities and growing fan following position him as a strong candidate for the Golden Boy award.

Top Contenders for the Golden Boy Award

Other notable candidates include Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille, Pau Cubarsí from Barcelona, Franco Mastantuono from Real Madrid, and Lennart Karl from Bayern Munich. Each player brings unique skills and achievements that make them potential recipients of the prestigious award.

Lily Yohannes: A Rising Star at OL Lyonnes

Lily Yohannes, the 18-year-old midfielder at OL Lyonnes, has been impressing with her tactical awareness and exceptional gameplay. Her seamless transition from Ajax to OL Lyonnes has further solidified her position as a front-runner for the Golden Girl award.

Notable Golden Girl Contenders

Other contenders include Sydney Schertenleib from Barcelona, Katie Reid from Arsenal, Iman Beney from Manchester City, and Alara Sehitler from Bayern Munich. These young talents showcase a blend of skill, potential, and determination that could see them clinch the Golden Girl title.