Vitinha Claims Third Spot in 2025 Ballon d’Or Rankings

Vitinha has been ranked third in the 2025 Ballon d’Or standings, securing his place among the world’s top footballers after a stellar season in Europe.

BALLON D’OR RANKINGS ANNOUNCED

The latest Ballon d’Or rankings have been revealed, with Vitinha taking the number three position. Other notable names in the top ten include Mohamed Salah at fourth, Raphinha in fifth, and Kylian Mbappé at sixth. Cole Palmer, Gianluigi Donnarumma, and Nuno Mendes also feature in the top ten for the prestigious award, which recognizes the world’s best football player each year.

VITINHA’S SEASON HIGHLIGHTS

Vitinha impressed fans and critics with his performances this season. The Portuguese midfielder scored key goals and assisted several more for Paris Saint-Germain, helping his team secure the Ligue 1 title for the third consecutive year. Across all competitions, Vitinha contributed 12 goals and 13 assists, putting himself at the heart of PSG’s midfield.

The club also reached the Champions League semi-finals this season, with Vitinha playing more than 50 matches and rarely missing a minute. His consistency, vision, and leadership on the pitch have been widely praised, making his high position in the Ballon d’Or rankings expected by many analysts.

WHAT COMES NEXT FOR THE STARS

With the new Ligue 1 season underway, Vitinha and PSG currently sit atop the table, level on points with AS Monaco, Lyon and Strasbourg. Their next game is a vital clash against Auxerre, as they try to recover form last night’s defeat at Marseille. Maintaining strong form will be crucial for Vitinha as the team fights for another domestic title and prepares for the Champions League group stage.

Meanwhile, Raphinha and Salah will look to build on their individual achievements, as Barcelona and Liverpool chase top spots in La Liga and the Premier League respectively. The competition remains fierce, keeping the pressure high on all players named in this year’s Ballon d’Or rankings.