Ousmane Dembélé Crowned Ballon d’Or 2025 Winner in Paris

Ousmane Dembélé has won the Ballon d’Or for 2025, beating top players like Lamine Yamal, Erling Haaland, and Kylian Mbappé at the ceremony in Paris. Kylian Mbappé has been a strong supporter of Dembélé’s chances to clinch this prestigious title.

WHAT HAPPENED?

The Ballon d’Or ceremony was held at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, with fans eagerly awaiting the winner. After a great season, Dembélé was named the best player in the world for 2025. His closest rivals included Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Haaland, Jude Bellingham, and Mbappé. While they all had strong seasons, Dembélé stood out with his performances and big moments in both club and international football. Notably, he was recognized as the best player in both Ligue 1 and the Champions League.

DEMBÉLÉ’S INCREDIBLE SEASON

Dembélé played a key role for Paris Saint-Germain during the 2024/25 season. He scored 17 goals and made 15 assists in Ligue 1, helping PSG stay at the top of the league. In the UEFA Champions League, he was a constant threat, scoring eight goals and providing six assists as PSG reached the long awaited trophy. His dribbling and attacking play were key in big matches, including winning goals against Lyon and Monaco. Dembélé also shone for France at the 2025 UEFA Nations League, playing every game and contributing three goals and four assists. This performance helped Paris Saint-Germain achieve a historic treble, finishing the season as French champions, Champions League winners, and lifting the Coupe de France.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR DEMBÉLÉ AND PSG?

PSG’s next match is against Auxerre, after losing to Marseille last night. The team is level with 12 points alongside Lyon, AS Monaco and Strasbourg. Additionally, they are preparing for the Champions League’s 2nd match against Barcelona, as both teams won their opening match. Dembélé is expected to play a big role in both competitions, as PSG aim for a historic treble and Dembélé looks to further cement his legacy after his Ballon d’Or win. However, his absence due to a hamstring injury will be a significant blow to PSG’s attacking strategy, as he will be out for several weeks.