Ballon d'Or

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Dembélé

Dembele Stuns Football World by Edging Out Rising Star Yamal for 2025 Ballon d'Or Glory

The world's most coveted individual soccer honor has found a new recipient, as Ousmane Dembélé has been selected as the 2025 men's Ballon d'Or champion. The French star secured the prestigious accolade after an exceptional 2024–25 campaign with Paris Saint-Germain, edging out Barcelona&

Lamine Yamal

Lamine Yamal's Father Explodes in Fury After Son's Shocking Ballon d'Or Snub

Mounir Nasraoui, the father of Lamine Yamal, firmly believed his son deserved to claim the 2025 Ballon d'Or, calling the oversight a clear case of "moral damage." Ousmane Dembélé emerged as the fortunate recipient of the prestigious golden trophy during Monday evening's gala. Similar

Dembélé

Dembélé's Heartfelt Ballon d'Or Tribute: "Barcelona Was My Dream Club" as He Honors Messi Legacy

Ousmane Dembélé has climbed to the pinnacle of global football, claiming the prestigious 2025 men's Ballon d'Or trophy, yet he made sure to acknowledge Barcelona's role in shaping his remarkable journey. The French winger enjoyed an exceptional 2024–25 campaign with Paris Saint-Germain. He

Dembélé

Messi and Mbappe Hail Dembele's Stunning 2025 Ballon d'Or Victory

The anticipation has finally come to an end. Ousmane Dembélé has claimed the 2025 Men's Ballon d'Or, officially crowned as the world's finest player. The Paris Saint-Germain winger played a crucial role in the club's historic achievements throughout the 2024–25 campaign

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Ballon d'Or 2025 Unveils Stunning Best Play Nominees - Cast Your Vote Before the Big Reveal!

The 2025 Ballon d'Or gala kicked off with an introduction to a fresh accolade being presented: the Play of the Year Award. This honor will celebrate the finest team sequence of 2025—an extraordinary moment of collective brilliance where players executed flawless combinations culminating in a goal. The

Barcelona

Barcelona Star Shocks Football World by Outranking Raphinha in Stunning 2025 Ballon d'Or Predictions

Barcelona's presence in the 2025 Ballon d'Or rankings expanded significantly, with Robert Lewandowski, Pedri, Raphinha and Lamine Yamal all securing positions within the top 20. In contrast to the previous year when Yamal was Barcelona's sole representative among the 30 nominees, the club now

Salah

Mohamed Salah's Shocking 2025 Ballon d'Or Position Finally Unveiled

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah had to accept a fourth-place ranking in this year's Ballon d'Or ceremony. Just Vitinha, Lamine Yamal and ultimate champion Ousmane Dembélé placed higher than the Egyptian superstar. The iconic striker dominated the Premier League landscape, claiming both top scorer and assist

Palmer

Cole Palmer Stuns Football World with Meteoric Rise to 2025 Ballon d'Or Contention

Chelsea's influential creative force Cole Palmer has secured an impressive eighth place in the 2025 Ballon d'Or rankings, marking a substantial rise from his previous year's position. Palmer surpassed notable players including Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Pedri, Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, Vinícius Júnior and several others

Mbappé

Mbappe Discovers His 2025 Ballon d'Or Destiny Following Spectacular Real Madrid Breakthrough

Kylian Mbappé achieved the highest position among Real Madrid's trio of 2025 men's Ballon d'Or contenders, securing seventh place. The French striker may have experienced a sluggish beginning in the famous white jersey, but he ultimately delivered a season that etched his name in

Aitana Bonmatí

Aitana Bonmati Makes History, Equals Messi's Legacy with Second Consecutive Ballon d'Or Feminin Triumph

Barcelona Femení sensation Aitana Bonmatí made history by becoming the first footballer to claim the Ballon d'Or Féminin three times following her most recent victory. The Spanish playmaker had secured the two previous individual accolades after collective success with Barcelona and Spain before achieving her treble at Monday&

Dembélé

Ousmane Dembele Claims Football's Ultimate Prize with Stunning 2025 Ballon d'Or Victory

Paris Saint-Germain winger Ousmane Dembélé has been declared the recipient of the 2025 men's Ballon d'Or award. The Parisian club's league supremacy and journey to European Cup triumph positioned PSG as strong contenders to produce this year's laureate. Although fullback Achraf Hakimi

Mbappé

Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid Skip 2025 Ballon d'Or Ceremony - Here's the Shocking Reason Why

Kylian Mbappé and Real Madrid were conspicuously missing from the 2025 Ballon d'Or gala for the second year running. Football's elite players, coaches and clubs gathered in Paris at the Théâtre du Châtelet on Monday night. Ousmane Dembélé and Lamine Yamal were among the ceremony'

Lamine Yamal

Lamine Yamal Makes History as Youngest Ever Kopa Trophy Champion in Stunning 2025 Victory

Barcelona's young sensation Lamine Yamal made history by becoming the inaugural player to win the Kopa Trophy twice in the award's brief existence. Following his initial victory for outstanding performance as the top male player under 21 in 2024 after a stellar campaign with Spain during

Vinicius Junior

Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham Plummet Down Ballon d'Or Rankings in Shocking Fall

Vinícius Júnior and Jude Bellingham discovered their positions among the 30 nominees for the 2025 Ballon d'Or, revealing a dramatic shift from their standings just twelve months earlier. Bellingham was the first to learn his updated position, securing 23rd place in the 2025 Ballon d'Or rankings.

Messi

Messi and Ronaldo Snubbed: The Shocking Reason Behind Their 2025 Ballon d'Or Absence

When discussing the Ballon d'Or, two names inevitably dominate the conversation: Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. These football icons have claimed the prestigious award 13 times between them, establishing themselves as the most successful recipients in the trophy's history. The annual Ballon d'Or ceremony

Vinicius Junior

Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham Plummet Down Ballon d'Or Rankings in Shocking Fall

Vinícius Júnior and Jude Bellingham discovered their positions among the 30 nominees for the 2025 Ballon d'Or, revealing a dramatic shift from their standings just twelve months earlier. Bellingham was the first to learn his updated position, securing 23rd place in the 2025 Ballon d'Or rankings.

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Ballon d'Or 2025: Every Winner Crowned in Football's Most Prestigious Awards

The 2025 Ballon d'Or gala has arrived to celebrate football's elite players, teams and coaches. The sport's most prominent figures gather at the Théâtre du Châtelet to recognize this year's award recipients across various categories. While the Ballon d'Or remains

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Ballon d'Or 2025 EXPLODES: Champions Crowned as Shocking Rankings Drop LIVE

The 2025 Ballon d'Or awards ceremony unfolds at Paris's Théâtre du Châtelet, honoring the world's top male and female football players. Stay tuned to Sports Illustrated's real-time reporting of what promises to be an captivating evening in France's capital city.

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Don't Miss the 2025 Ballon d'Or Ceremony: Your Complete Viewing Guide

The 2025 Ballon d'Or gala is approaching, and there's a palpable air of anticipation surrounding the men's prize. Last year delivered a surprising twist when Manchester City and Spain's Rodri edged out the heavily favored Vinícius Júnior for the honor. Real Madrid

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The Secret Craftsmen Behind Football's Most Coveted Prize: Inside the Making of the Ballon d'Or Trophy

The Ballon d'Or stands as soccer's most prestigious individual honor, celebrating the finest male and female players annually. Created by French publication France Football, this distinguished award has steadily gained prominence since it was first established in 1956. Soccer icons like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo

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Mystery Revealed: Which Star Will Take Center Stage at the 2025 Ballon d'Or Gala?

Leading stars from global football will gather at Paris's Théâtre du Châtelet on Monday evening for the eagerly awaited 69th Ballon d'Or awards ceremony. The Ballon d'Or represents football's most coveted individual honor, recognizing the world's finest male and female

Dembélé

PSG Superstars Face Ballon d'Or Dilemma as Prestigious Ceremony Looms

Severe weather conditions have compelled Paris Saint-Germain's highly anticipated match against Olympique Marseille to be rescheduled, creating complications for potential attendees like Ousmane Dembélé, Désiré Doué and others as the fixture now conflicts with Monday's Ballon d'Or awards ceremony. Initially set for 2:45

Pedri

Barcelona Star Pedri Shocks Football World with Unexpected Ballon d'Or Move

Barcelona's midfield star Pedri is anticipated to miss Monday's prestigious awards ceremony, even though he's been shortlisted for the top honor. The Spanish creative midfielder joins three other Barcelona representatives competing for the men's trophy in 2025, alongside Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha and

Mbappé

Mbappe Breaks Silence on Real Madrid's Explosive Ballon d'Or 2025 Plans

Kylian Mbappé has announced he will skip the Ballon d'Or gala for the second consecutive year, with Real Madrid also choosing not to participate. The Spanish giants stubbornly boycotted the 2024 event at the eleventh hour after learning that Vinícius Júnior would not claim victory. Dani Carvajal and

Messi

The Super Ballon d'Or: Football's Most Exclusive Prize Explained

As a football enthusiast, you've likely come across the prestigious Ballon d'Or award. Dating back to 1956, the French publication France Football has presented this legendary golden sphere to the planet's finest player—initially determined by their accomplishments within a calendar year, and currently

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England's Golden Legacy: Every Player to Claim the Prestigious Ballon d'Or

While England might be considered the cradle of football as we understand it today, this heritage doesn't automatically translate to dominance in the sport's most coveted individual accolade. The Ballon d'Or emerged in 1956 and has been claimed by numerous legendary players over the

Ronaldo

Ballon d'Or 2017: Who Claimed Football's Ultimate Prize and How the Votes Unfolded

The 2017 Ballon d'Or gala represented the last occasion when only the men's prize was presented, as additional categories were established in subsequent years. The 62nd edition of this prestigious award went to Cristiano Ronaldo for his fifth triumph, equaling Lionel Messi's tally at