Haitian international Melchie Daëlle Dumornay, nicknamed Corventina, finished fourth in the 2026 Women’s Ballon d’Or rankings. The awards ceremony was held Monday at the London Palladium in London, England.
The OL Lyonnes player climbed 14 places from the previous edition, when she finished 18th. Her rise reflects her growing stature on the international stage and confirms her place among the leading figures in women’s football.
Dumornay did not attend the ceremony, however. Her club chose to focus on preparing for its next Women’s Champions League match against Inter Milan on Tuesday, October 27, so the Grenadière did not travel to London for the awards.
Corventina’s rise
Born on August 17, 2003, in Mirebalais, Melchie Dumornay made a name for herself in Haiti before pursuing her career abroad. After a spell at Stade de Reims, she joined Olympique Lyonnais in 2023. Since then, her technique, speed and attacking efficiency have helped her steadily establish herself at the French club.
Alongside her club performances, Corventina has also shone for Haiti. She played at the 2023 Women’s World Cup, the country’s first-ever appearance at the tournament. On the European stage, she has received several individual honors, including Women’s Champions League Young Player of the Season in 2024.
Moving from 18th place in 2025 to fourth in 2026 marks a new milestone in Dumornay’s career. Although she did not win the trophy, the ranking is significant recognition of her performances and helps raise the profile of Haitian football on the international stage.
Moïse François
Journaliste à Hebdo24, Wilner Bossou couvre principalement le sport, en particulier le football haïtien et international, ainsi que l'actualité, la sécurité et la société en Haïti.
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